Description
Indulge in this creamy Italian soup, packed with savory flavors and vibrant vegetables—a perfect warm hug for chilly nights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil. Once hot, add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 2. Brown the Sausage
- Push the vegetables aside and add the Italian sausage. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook until browned evenly.
- 3. Add Garlic
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4. Pour in Broth
- Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 5. Creamy Finish
- Reduce heat slightly and stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated. Simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- 6. Stir in Spinach
- Just before serving, fold in fresh spinach leaves until wilted. Serve warm with crusty bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg