Description
This Creamy Pasta Soup is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for chilly days. Combining tender pasta with a rich, creamy broth infused with garlic, diced vegetables, and Italian seasoning, it’s a warm and satisfying dish that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 cup diced vegetables (carrots, celery, onions)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pasta
- 1 cup pasta
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic and diced vegetables until they become soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes. This builds the flavorful base of the soup.
- Add Broth and Boil: Pour in the chicken broth and increase the heat to bring the mixture to a rolling boil, preparing to cook the pasta.
- Cook Pasta: Stir in the pasta and cook until it is al dente, usually about 8 to 10 minutes depending on the pasta type, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add Cream and Reduce Heat: Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and stir in the heavy cream, which will give the soup its creamy texture.
- Season Soup: Add Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to distribute the flavors throughout the soup.
- Simmer to Heat Through: Let the soup simmer gently for a few more minutes until everything is heated through and flavors are well combined. Avoid boiling vigorously after adding the cream to prevent curdling.
Notes
- You can swap chicken broth for vegetable broth to make this soup vegetarian-friendly if desired.
- Add cooked shredded chicken or beans for extra protein and heartiness.
- Use any small pasta shape like ditalini, elbow macaroni, or orzo.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or a plant-based cream alternative.
- Adjust seasoning at the end to ensure the salt and pepper balance suits your taste.
