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Winter Comfort Food Recipes: Creamy Tomato and Sausage Soup

This Creamy Tomato and Sausage Soup is the ultimate winter comfort food recipe. It's a rich, hearty, and flavorful one-pot meal that's perfect for cold evenings and ready in under an hour.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 1 cup fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Dutch oven or stockpot
  • 1 Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
  5. Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Add the fresh spinach and stir until it has wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 20gFat: 35gFiber: 3g

Notes

Storage: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Variations: For a different flavor profile, try using spicy Italian sausage or adding other vegetables like kale or mushrooms.
Keyword sausage soup,tomato soup,winter comfort food

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