Description
Easy Italian Sausage Soup is a delightful and hearty dish that brings the taste of Italy right to your kitchen. This comforting one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, combining rich flavors from ground sausage with an array of fresh vegetables and tender pasta. The vibrant colors and savory aroma will entice everyone at the dinner table, making it an ideal option for family gatherings or friendly get-togethers. With a quick preparation time and easy cleanup, you can enjoy a satisfying bowl of goodness without any hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey or chicken
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 ribs celery, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 7 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1½ cups dry ditalini pasta
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
Instructions
- In a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the ground turkey (or chicken) with the carrots, celery, onion, and bell pepper until browned and the onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on medium-low for about 10 minutes until vegetables are nearly tender.
- Stir in ditalini pasta and continue cooking for about 10 minutes until al dente.
- Add chopped spinach at the end; taste and adjust seasonings if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg