Italian Sausage and Penne Pasta Soup

Warm up your table with this hearty Italian Sausage and Penne Pasta Soup, a comforting blend of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients perfect for any season. This one-pot wonder features robust Italian sausage, tender penne pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, all simmered in a rich tomato and chicken broth seasoned with aromatic basil and oregano. Ready in under an hour, this family-friendly soup offers a satisfying balance of protein and veggies, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Top it off with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley for an added burst of flavor and elegance. Whether served with crusty bread or enjoyed on its own, this dish is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup penne pasta (uncooked)
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring the soup to a boil over high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

Step 8

Add the uncooked penne pasta to the soup and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes, just until wilted.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3436.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3218.5

Total Fat 173.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 391.6mg	0%
Sodium 11517.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 44.9g
Protein 176.7g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 1912.6mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 5660.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.7%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 29.3%