Description
Sausage Soup is creamy, hearty comfort food made with Italian sausage, tangy tomatoes, velvety cream cheese, and a swirl of heavy cream. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, or any time you need a bowl of something rich and satisfying.
Ingredients
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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½ small white onion, diced (about 60 g)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lb mild Italian sausage
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6 oz tomato paste
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14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp kosher salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ cup cream cheese
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Sauté Onion & Garlic
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. -
Brown the Sausage
Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart. Cook 6–7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. -
Build the Base
Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes (with juices), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well. -
Make It Creamy
Add cream cheese and chicken broth. Stir until cream cheese melts and blends. -
Finish with Cream & Cheese
Pour in heavy cream and parmesan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes. -
Serve
Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan. Serve hot with bread or salad.
Notes
Use hot Italian sausage for extra spice.
For thicker soup, simmer uncovered longer. For thinner soup, add more broth.
Parmesan adds a nutty finish—swap in mozzarella for a gooier texture.
Cube cream cheese before adding for faster melting.
Freezes well (freeze without cream for best texture).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Plats
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American