Italian Sausage Noodle Stew

Warm, hearty, and bursting with Italian-inspired flavors, this Italian Sausage Noodle Stew is the ultimate comfort food for any season. Made with savory Italian sausage, tender vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, and a rich tomato-based broth enhanced with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this stew has a depth of flavor that’s hard to resist. Small pasta noodles, such as ditalini or elbow, add a satisfying heartiness, while fresh parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under an hour with a balance of protein, veggies, and carbs, this one-pot wonder is easy to make and even easier to love. Whether you're looking for a cozy weeknight dinner or a meal to impress guests, this Italian Sausage Noodle Stew is guaranteed to warm you from the inside out.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 2 Carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 Celery stalks, chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 28-oz can Crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Small pasta noodles (like ditalini or elbow)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and Italian sausage. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking the sausage into crumbles, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pot.

Step 2

To the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the cooked sausage back into the pot. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

After 20 minutes, stir in the small pasta noodles. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but not mushy.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Step 8

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3029.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2728.4

Total Fat 134.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 314.2mg	0%
Sodium 10184.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.8g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 133.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1203.6mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 4879.8mg	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: 43.8%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 36.9%