Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Sausage Potato Soup, perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This delightful dish combines tender potatoes, savory Italian sausage, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, creamy broth. Whether you prefer the convenience of a slow cooker or the speed of stovetop cooking, this versatile recipe offers an easy way to warm up and satisfy your cravings. With its hearty flavors and creamy texture, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ΒΌ lbs. red potatoes (about 6 small potatoes), diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- Β½ cup diced carrots
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Β½ teaspoon EACH: dried parsley, oregano, mustard powder
- ΒΌ teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. SautΓ© onion, carrots, and celery until tender (about 5-7 minutes). Add garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in ground Italian sausage; cook until browned (about 5-6 minutes).
- Sprinkle in dried basil, parsley, oregano, mustard powder, and pepper; mix well. Add flour and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add diced red potatoes along with soy sauce and hot sauce; simmer until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Serve hot with optional cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to incorporate more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. You can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a lighter texture. If gluten-free is preferred, replace flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.