Smoked Sausage Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, Smoked Sausage Soup is your go-to dish for comfort in a bowl. This rustic recipe combines smoky sausage, tender russet potatoes, vibrant kale, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, all simmered in a rich, herb-infused chicken broth. A touch of paprika, thyme, and oregano elevates the savory depth, making this soup the perfect balance of cozy and robust. With a total prep and cook time of just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it steaming hot with crusty bread for the ultimate soul-soothing experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz smoked sausage
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 large russet potatoes
• 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups kale leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch rounds and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 3

Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.

Step 5

Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Peel and dice the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir in the potatoes, diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, thyme, oregano, and paprika.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 11

Roughly chop the kale leaves, removing any tough stems, and add them to the soup. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the kale is wilted.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 13

Serve hot with crusty bread or your favorite soup accompaniment. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3346.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2124.8

Total Fat 105.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 238.1mg	0%
Sodium 10243.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.8g
Protein 98.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 763.8mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 7823.0mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 38.2%