Description
Sausage Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for chilly days. With its creamy texture, savory sausage, and tender potatoes, this soup is sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cup potatoes, peeled and diced (russet or Yukon gold)
- 4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. If there is excess grease, feel free to drain it off.
2. Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is softened and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half. Add the salt, black pepper, and dried thyme (or Italian seasoning). Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. If desired, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Ladle the Sausage Potato Soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
Choose between mild or spicy Italian sausage, depending on your personal preference and the desired level of heat.
Russet or Yukon gold potatoes work best in this soup, as they have a creamy texture and hold their shape well during simmering.
Be sure to simmer the potatoes until they are tender, and then simmer the soup with the cream for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to fully develop.
You can adjust the amount of heavy cream or half-and-half to suit your desired level of creaminess.
Fresh parsley, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese all make excellent garnishes to elevate the presentation and flavor of your Sausage Potato Soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg