Description
Savor the warmth and comfort of Sausage & Tomato Cream Cheese Soup, a delectable dish ready in just 30 minutes. This rich soup brings together flavorful Italian sausage, tangy tomatoes, and creamy cheese for a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Whether served as a starter or paired with crusty bread, this crowd-pleaser is sure to delight family and friends alike. With its creamy texture and robust flavor profile, it’s an easy recipe that you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb uncooked Italian sausage
- 1 small white onion (thinly sliced)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato puree
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1–3 cups chicken broth (to desired consistency)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup cream cheese (chopped and softened)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
- Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spatula until no longer pink. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in tomato puree, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and dried basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Incorporate cream cheese and half of the parmesan cheese, stirring until melted for a creamy texture. Adjust thickness with more broth if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot, garnished with remaining parmesan and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups or 360g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg