Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup – Easy & Hearty!
Cozy up with a bowl of Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup – Easy & Hearty! This comforting soup is a delightful blend of savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and vibrant greens, all enveloped in a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this one-pot meal is quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a heartwarming dish that brings family and friends together. Whether enjoyed on the couch or at the dinner table, this soup promises to warm your heart and soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb turkey sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the turkey sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and chopped greens; let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg