Description
Looking for a rich, cozy meal that’s bursting with flavor and easy to throw together? This Sausage Parmesan Cream Cheese Soup checks every box. It’s creamy, savory, and loaded with hearty Italian sausage, making it perfect for quick dinners, chilly nights, or make-ahead meals. This low-carb soup is an ideal pick if you’re into keto recipes or just want a satisfying bowl without the hassle. It’s one of those easy recipes you’ll come back to every time you’re in need of comfort food ideas or new dinner ideas.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large soup pot over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese in small chunks, whisking until fully melted and incorporated.
6. Add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Stir gently until smooth and heated through.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a smoother finish, bring cream cheese to room temperature before adding.
You can freeze the soup base before adding cream and cheeses for longer storage.
Always stir over low heat after adding cream to avoid curdling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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