Description
Savory sausage, tender potatoes, and a creamy, flavorful broth come together in this comforting soup that’s incredibly satisfying and easy to make.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
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1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups chicken broth
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (Yukon Gold or Russet work great)
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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1 ½ cups chopped kale or spinach (optional, but delicious!)
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½ tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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Grated Parmesan (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the sausage:
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté aromatics:
In the same pot, add olive oil if needed. Sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3️⃣ Add broth and potatoes:
Pour in chicken broth and add diced potatoes, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
4️⃣ Finish the soup:
Stir in heavy cream and cooked sausage. Add kale or spinach, and simmer for another 5 minutes until greens are wilted and soup is heated through.
5️⃣ Serve:
Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread!
Notes
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This recipe can easily be made dairy-free by using coconut milk or a dairy-free cream substitute.
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Swap kale for spinach or leave it out entirely for a more classic version.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min