Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta Soup

Name: Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped; 2 cups dry pasta, like rotini or penne; 2 cups chopped kale or baby spinach; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs; Salt and black pepper to taste

This comforting bowl of soup is packed with savory sausage and tender pasta in a rich, creamy broth.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Italian· July 21, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like a big bowl of soup when you want a meal that feels like a warm hug. This recipe has become a favorite in my house because it combines hearty sausage with pasta and plenty of vegetables to keep everyone full and happy.

My best tip is to use a good quality Italian sausage, as it provides most of the seasoning for the broth. If you prefer things a little spicy, you can always swap the mild sausage for a hot version to give the soup a nice kick.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups dry pasta, like rotini or penne
2 cups chopped kale or baby spinach
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until it is browned and cooked through.
2
Add the onion to the pot and cook until it is soft and translucent.
3
Stir in the garlic and dried herbs, cooking for about one minute until fragrant.
4
Pour in the chicken broth and add the sun dried tomatoes, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
5
Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until it reaches your desired tenderness.
6
Stir in the kale or spinach and let it wilt for about two minutes.
7
Reduce the heat to low, stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Since the pasta will soak up the broth over time, you may want to add a splash of extra chicken broth or water when reheating the soup on the stove.

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