Description
A comforting and hearty Sausage Potato Soup that combines savory Italian sausage with tender diced potatoes, aromatic onions and garlic, and nutrient-packed kale or spinach. This easy-to-make soup simmers to perfection in just 40 minutes, finished with creamy half-and-half or heavy cream for a rich texture. Perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice!)
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, crumble and brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the diced onion to the pot with the sausage and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add potatoes and broth: Stir in the peeled and diced potatoes, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, approximately 15 minutes.
- Incorporate greens and cream: Add the chopped kale or spinach to the soup, stirring until wilted. Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half and stir to combine. Heat through for another 3-5 minutes, without boiling.
- Season and serve: Taste the soup and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Serve hot for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream for a lighter soup.
- For convenience, use pre-cooked sausage or ground turkey as alternatives.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or celery for extra nutrition.
- This soup freezes well—store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes based on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
