Description
Sausage & Tomato Cream Cheese Soup is a rich and comforting dish that combines savory Italian sausage, tangy crushed tomatoes, and silky cream cheese for a creamy, flavorful meal. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup is quick to prepare with simple pantry staples and can be customized with various herbs, spices, or extra vegetables. It offers a warm, satisfying bowl of comfort that is family-friendly and versatile.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Prep and Sauté the Base: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant. Crumble the Italian sausage into the pot and cook thoroughly until browned and no longer pink.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir well to combine, then let the soup simmer gently for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Gradually spoon in the softened cream cheese, stirring continuously until it melts completely into a silky, rich soup base that forms the creamy texture.
- Season and Garnish: Season the soup with salt, pepper, and your choice of fresh herbs. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to enhance the flavor. Your Sausage & Tomato Cream Cheese Soup is now ready to serve.
Notes
- Use good quality Italian sausage for the best flavor.
- Add cream cheese slowly to achieve a smooth, lump-free texture.
- Simmer gently after adding cream cheese to prevent curdling.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their bright flavor.
- If the soup is too thick, thin with additional broth or water to your preferred consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Sausage soup, tomato soup, cream cheese soup, comforting soup, easy soup, family friendly, gluten free, Italian sausage recipe
