1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup ditalini pasta
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh spinach or kale (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or extra cheese for garnish
Cook the Sausage: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil and cook sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
Add Broth & Pasta: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, and add ditalini. Cook until pasta is al dente.
Creamy Touch: Reduce heat, stir in cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Finish: Add the sausage back in along with spinach. Cook until greens are wilted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve Hot: Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley or more cheese!