Name: creamy parmesan italian sausage soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Olive Oil: for sautéing; 400g (14 oz) Chicken Italian Sausage, sliced: provides savory flavor; 1 medium Onion, diced: forms aromatic base; 2 cloves Garlic, minced: adds savory depth; 2 Carrots, diced: contributes sweetness and color; 2 Celery Stalks, diced: provides fresh, peppery note; 250g (9 oz) Russet Potato, cubed: creates creamy texture; 4 cups (960 ml) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth: liquid base; 1 cup (240 ml) Milk: adds richness; ½ cup (120 ml) Heavy Cream: elevates to luxurious level; ½ cup (50g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: provides umami flavor; 2 teaspoons (10g) Dried Italian Herbs: adds classic Italian flavor; Salt and Pepper to taste: essential seasonings; ¾ cup (180g) Ricotta Cheese: base for lemon swirl; Zest of 1 Lemon: adds bright citrus flavor; 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Olive Oil: for lemon swirl; Pinch of Smoked Paprika: adds smoky flavor to swirl; 2 tablespoons (30g) Panko Breadcrumbs: for crispy topping; 2 tablespoons (20g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: for topping; 1 tablespoon (5g) Chopped Fresh Basil: for garnish; 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Melted Butter: for toasting breadcrumbs

Description

This creamy Parmesan Chicken Sausage Soup with Lemon Ricotta Swirl is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a chilly evening. It features savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a vibrant lemon ricotta swirl for a touch of brightness.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon (15 ml) Olive Oil: for sautéing
400g (14 oz) Chicken Italian Sausage, sliced: provides savory flavor
1 medium Onion, diced: forms aromatic base
2 cloves Garlic, minced: adds savory depth
2 Carrots, diced: contributes sweetness and color
2 Celery Stalks, diced: provides fresh, peppery note
250g (9 oz) Russet Potato, cubed: creates creamy texture
4 cups (960 ml) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth: liquid base
1 cup (240 ml) Milk: adds richness
½ cup (120 ml) Heavy Cream: elevates to luxurious level
½ cup (50g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: provides umami flavor
2 teaspoons (10g) Dried Italian Herbs: adds classic Italian flavor
Salt and Pepper to taste: essential seasonings
¾ cup (180g) Ricotta Cheese: base for lemon swirl
Zest of 1 Lemon: adds bright citrus flavor
1 tablespoon (15 ml) Olive Oil: for lemon swirl
Pinch of Smoked Paprika: adds smoky flavor to swirl
2 tablespoons (30g) Panko Breadcrumbs: for crispy topping
2 tablespoons (20g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: for topping
1 tablespoon (5g) Chopped Fresh Basil: for garnish
1 teaspoon (5 ml) Melted Butter: for toasting breadcrumbs

Instructions

Sauté Sausage: Brown sliced sausage in olive oil.
Build Aromatic Base: Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
Infuse with Herbs: Add potatoes and Italian herbs; stir to coat.
Simmer to Tender: Add broth and simmer until potatoes are tender.
Create Creamy Base: Stir in milk, cream, and Parmesan; simmer until thickened.
Prepare Lemon Swirl: Combine ricotta, lemon zest, olive oil, and paprika.
Craft Crispy Topping: Toast breadcrumbs with butter and Parmesan.
Assemble & Serve: Ladle soup, swirl in ricotta, and garnish.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use whole milk ricotta and freshly grated Parmesan. Adjust seasoning to your preference.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Simmer
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: soup,chicken sausage,parmesan,ricotta,lemon,italian,comfort food,easy dinner