My Mom's Italian Sausage Soup

Cozy up with a steaming bowl of My Mom's Italian Sausage Soup, a hearty and flavorful blend of savory Italian sausage, tender vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe features a wholesome medley of carrots, celery, zucchini, and leafy greens like spinach or kale, all simmered in a rich, herb-infused broth made with chicken stock, diced tomatoes, dried basil, and oregano. Topped off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and ready in under an hour, this comforting soup is the perfect balance of rustic Italian flavors and home-cooked goodness. Whether you're serving it for a family dinner or meal-prepping for the week, this one-pot classic pairs beautifully with crusty bread for a warm, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini or elbow)
• 2 cups spinach or kale leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Remove the casings from the Italian sausage (if needed) and add the sausage to the pot. Cook until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrots, celery, and zucchini to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season the soup with dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the soup cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Add the cooked sausage back to the pot, followed by the pasta. Simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 10

Stir in the spinach or kale and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until the greens are wilted.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Serve the soup hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3268.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2720.0

Total Fat 172.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 382.0mg	0%
Sodium 11762.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.0g
Protein 149.8g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 1947.7mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 4791.3mg	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: 57.2%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 20.7%