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Creamy Italian sausage soup with spinach, carrots, celery, and Parmesan in a ceramic bowl

Creamy Italian Sausage Soup with Spinach and Parmesan

Creamy Italian Sausage Soup with Spinach and Parmesan is a hearty, comforting soup with a rich, creamy texture and savory flavor. It is an easy choice for a cozy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil, for cooking
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Add the Italian sausage and break it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until browned.
  4. Add the diced carrots and chopped celery, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
  5. Lower the heat slightly and stir in the heavy cream until evenly incorporated.
  6. Add the fresh spinach and stir until it has wilted.
Serving
  1. Serve the soup hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top of each serving.

Notes

For leftovers, cool the soup completely before refrigerating it in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.