Sausage and Potato Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Sausage and Potato Soup, the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. This creamy soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender russet potatoes, and vibrant greens like baby spinach or kale, all simmered in a rich chicken broth with a touch of heavy cream for indulgence. The recipe's easy technique of partially mashing the potatoes creates a luscious, thick texture while still leaving satisfying chunks for every bite. Subtly spiced with garlic, onions, and optional red pepper flakes, this one-pot dish is ready in just 45 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner. Serve it with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan for an irresistible meal that the whole family will adore! Keywords: sausage and potato soup, creamy soup recipe, hearty soup, one-pot meal, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups baby spinach or kale
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, partially mash some of the potatoes in the pot to thicken the soup slightly. Leave some chunks for texture.

Step 7

Stir in the cooked sausage, heavy cream, and baby spinach or kale. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the greens are wilted and the soup is heated through.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with crusty bread or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2867.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3261.1

Total Fat 215.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 560.2mg	0%
Sodium 8480.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 111.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 423.7mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 6564.5mg	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: 61.0%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 25.0%