Comforting Hearty Sausage Potato Soup
A hearty and flavor-packed sausage potato soup perfect for autumn gatherings.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Group: Protein
- 1 lb. Italian sausage, mild or spicy
Group: Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Group: Vegetables
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped (or spinach)
Group: Broth
- 4 cups chicken broth
Group: Finishing Touches
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil for sautéing
- Parmesan cheese (optional) for topping
- fresh parsley (optional) for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cubed Yukon Gold potatoes. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, topping with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Notes
This soup can be made ahead and still tastes amazing the next day. Perfect for cozy gatherings!