Sausage Pasta Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Sausage Pasta Soup, a comforting one-pot recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or chilly days. This Italian-inspired dish features tender bites of small pasta, savory Italian sausage, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, all simmered in a rich chicken broth infused with oregano and basil. The addition of fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrition, while a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese elevates each spoonful to gourmet status. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is a warm, wholesome meal that the whole family will love. Ideal for meal prep or serving fresh, it’s a delicious way to combine pasta, soup, and comfort food in one satisfying recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14-ounce can)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini, elbow, or small shells)
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Remove the casings from the Italian sausage if necessary and add the sausage to the pot. Cook, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes (including the juice). Stir in the dried oregano and dried basil.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Add the cooked sausage back into the pot along with the small pasta. Continue to simmer until the pasta is tender, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 8

Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the chopped spinach and let it wilt, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2926.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2530.4

Total Fat 160.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 338.2mg	0%
Sodium 9833.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 150.7g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 1876.0mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 4520.2mg	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: 56.4%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 20.1%