Food and Wine Sausage and Mushroom Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and comforting Food and Wine Sausage and Mushroom Soup, a recipe that combines robust flavors with simple elegance. Featuring tender Italian sausage, earthy cremini mushrooms, and fresh baby spinach, this soup is elevated with a velvety splash of heavy cream for a rich and satisfying texture. Infused with aromatic thyme and garlic, and simmered in savory chicken broth, this dish strikes the perfect balance of indulgence and freshness. Ready in under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for easy weeknight dinners or an impressive starter for guests. Garnish with grated Parmesan for an extra layer of umami and serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop. Perfect for lovers of comforting soups and perfect food-and-wine pairings!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, fresh or dried
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Remove the sausage casings (if necessary) and add the sausage to the pot. Break it apart with a spoon as it cooks, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the pot. Cook until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown, about 6 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the thyme leaves, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the soup simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the pot, then add the baby spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your flavorful sausage and mushroom soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2694.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2897.3

Total Fat 238.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 578.2mg	0%
Sodium 10735.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 139.3g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 1642.2mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3299.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.0%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 5.5%