Description
Savor the cozy warmth of sausage potato soup, a delightful blend of hearty potatoes and zesty sausage that warms both body and soul. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting dish is easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Each spoonful offers a creamy texture and rich flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Customize it with seasonal vegetables to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sliced)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté sliced sausage until browned and crispy.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in diced potatoes and pour in chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat, add heavy cream and spinach or kale; stir until greens are wilted.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, then ladle into bowls and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider blending part of the soup before serving. Feel free to swap Yukon Gold potatoes for sweet potatoes or add additional herbs such as rosemary or parsley for more flavor.