Creamy Sausage Pasta Soup Recipe

Ingredients:1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot, your choice)1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, if sausage is lean)1 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced2 carrots, peeled and sliced2 celery stalks, diced4 cups chicken broth1 cup heavy cream1 ½ cups ditalini pasta (or any small pasta)1 teaspoon Italian seasoningSalt & pepper to taste1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & mozzarella)Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)Instructions:Cook the sausage:In a large soup pot over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned. Break it up into bite-sized pieces as it cooks. Remove excess grease if necessary.Sauté veggies:Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.Add broth & seasonings:Pour in the chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.Add pasta:Stir in the ditalini pasta and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer until pasta is al dente (about 10–12 minutes).Make it creamy:Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese. Let the cheese melt completely and soup thicken slightly. Adjust seasoning if needed.Serve:Garnish with chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of cheese if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread