Description
Savor the warmth and richness of Sausage & Tomato Cream Cheese Soup, a delightful dish that brings comfort to any meal. This creamy soup combines savory Italian sausage with tangy tomatoes and luscious cream cheese, offering a satisfying flavor profile that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a hearty bowl ready to impress family and friends. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course alongside crusty bread, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your household. With its quick preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for anyone seeking a delicious yet easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb uncooked Italian sausage
- 1 small white onion (thinly sliced)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 8 oz can tomato puree
- 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1–3 cups chicken broth (adjust for consistency)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup cream cheese (chopped and softened)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and sauté until softened (about 4–5 minutes).
- Brown the sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula until no longer pink. Stir in garlic for an additional minute.
- Pour in tomato puree, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and dried basil; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Mix in cream cheese and half of the parmesan until smooth; adjust thickness with more broth if desired.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve garnished with remaining parmesan and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg