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Creamy Sausage Potato Soup – Easy Weeknight Favorite

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A hearty, creamy soup made with tender potatoes, savory sausage, and a rich broth — the ultimate comfort food for any night of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced

  • 5 cups chicken broth

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

  • 3 cups chopped kale or spinach

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Parmesan or fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, cook sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.

  • Sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

  • Add potatoes, broth, thyme, and pepper flakes. Simmer 15 minutes.

  • Return sausage to the pot. Stir in cream and simmer 5 more minutes.

  • Add kale or spinach. Simmer just until wilted.

  • Season to taste. Serve hot with optional garnishes.

Notes

Freeze before adding cream and greens for best texture. Reheat gently and stir in fresh greens just before serving.