One-Pot Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
Warm your soul with this One-Pot Creamy Italian Sausage Soup, a delightful blend of savory Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and a luscious creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this hearty dish offers comfort in every spoonful while ensuring minimal cleanup—making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 5 minutes, breaking it into bite-sized pieces. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté for another 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add dried oregano; stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to low.
- Gradually stir in the heavy cream and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fold in the fresh spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg