Spinach Sausage and Potato Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Spinach Sausage and Potato Soup, a comforting one-pot meal that's perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy soup combines tender russet potatoes, browned Italian sausage, and vibrant fresh spinach in a flavorful chicken broth, thickened naturally with mashed potatoes for a velvety texture. A splash of heavy cream adds richness, while garlic, onions, and a hint of optional crushed red pepper flakes lend depth and a touch of heat. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-make, family-friendly recipe pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a crisp side salad, making it an irresistible choice for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends. Keywords: Spinach Sausage Potato Soup, creamy soup recipe, hearty dinner idea, easy one-pot meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 6

Using a slotted spoon, remove about half of the cooked potatoes from the pot and mash them with a fork or potato masher. Return the mashed potatoes to the pot. This step will help thicken the soup.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and return the cooked sausage to the pot. Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 8

Add the chopped spinach to the pot and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3528.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3125.4

Total Fat 205.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 506.8mg	0%
Sodium 9093.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 112.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 641.8mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 7981.0mg	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: 59.1%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 26.5%