Cheesy Sausage Soup | Warm, creamy potato comfort
A hearty and creamy sausage potato soup packed with bold flavor, tender vegetables, and comforting richness. Perfect for cold nights, family dinners, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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4 cups chicken broth
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3 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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2 cups baby spinach or chopped kale (optional)
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot. Brown sausage until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Return sausage to the pot. Add potatoes, broth, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Stir in cream and let heat through. Add greens, if using, and cook until wilted.
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Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
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Add cheese for extra richness.
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Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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Freeze without cream; add cream after thawing and reheating.