Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup | Recipes | Umami

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces pasta such as ditalini (gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
• 4 ounces cream cheese (warmed)
• 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional)