Italian sausage ditalini soup
This hearty Italian sausage ditalini soup is packed with flavor and perfect for a chilly evening. It's easy to make and a family favorite!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing Hot or sweet, your preference
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional, for heat
- to taste salt and pepper
- cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir in ditalini pasta, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This soup is even better the next day! You can also add other vegetables like carrots or celery.