Italian Party Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with classic Italian flavors, Italian Party Soup is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next gathering or weeknight family dinner. This comforting soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender vegetables, and a perfectly seasoned tomato broth, all brought together with al dente pasta and fresh spinach for a wholesome touch. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, every spoonful is layered with rich, aromatic flavors thanks to ingredients like garlic, basil, and oregano. Ready in under an hour and serving six, this one-pot recipe is as convenient as it is satisfying. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is sure to become a go-to favorite for your cold-weather menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons canned tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini or elbow)
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon, and cook until browned. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with the liquid), and tomato paste. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the browned sausage back to the pot along with the dried basil, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Meanwhile, cook the small pasta in a separate pot according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 9

After 20 minutes of simmering, remove the bay leaf from the soup. Stir in the fresh spinach and cooked pasta. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the soup is heated through.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3208.8 grams (3208.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2573

Total Fat 161.00g	206%
Saturated Fat 55.30g	276%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.30g
Cholesterol 411mg	137%
Sodium 10751mg	467%
Total Carbohydrate 145.10g	53%
Dietary Fiber 26.80g	96%
Total Sugars 43.70g
Protein 144.50g	289%

Vitamin D 181IU	907%
Calcium 1078mg	83%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 5635mg	120%

*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: 55.6%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 22.3%