Description
Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup is a creamy, hearty one-pot meal made with savory sausage, tender potatoes, and aromatic herbs. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly days and packed with flavor and warmth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
- 1.5 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped (optional)
- 2 carrots, sliced (optional)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach or chopped kale (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add more oil if needed. Sauté onion (plus celery and carrots if using) until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Stir in diced potatoes, broth, dried herbs, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 12–15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Return sausage to the pot and stir in cream or half-and-half. Simmer for 5–10 more minutes to meld flavors.
- Add spinach or kale and cook just until wilted.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter version.
- For added protein, stir in white beans or cannellini beans.
- Substitute unsweetened coconut milk for a dairy-free alternative.
- This soup freezes well in individual portions for future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
