Description
Savor the warmth of our creamy sausage and potato soup, a comforting dish that brings family and friends together. Rich Italian sausage melds beautifully with tender Yukon Gold potatoes in a velvety broth that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Quick to prepare, this delicious soup is not only satisfying but also a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal choice for game nights or cozy dinners at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the sausage for about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Pour in heavy cream, thyme, and pepper; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- If using, stir in spinach or kale just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg