Description
This Hearty and Delicious Creamy Italian Sausage Potato Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. Featuring spicy or mild Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a creamy broth enriched with heavy cream and seasoned with Italian herbs, this soup is satisfying and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (preferably spicy or mild)
- 4 medium potatoes (diced, Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth (use low-sodium for a lighter flavor)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen peas (substitute with green beans if preferred)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and the onion is translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the pot, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir frequently until the sausage is nicely browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Toss in the diced potatoes and frozen peas, followed by Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together to coat the vegetables with the flavors.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Slowly add the chicken broth into the pot. Stir well, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook Until Tender: Allow the soup to cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Add Cream and Heat Through: Reduce the heat to low, then gently pour in the heavy cream. Stir until everything is well combined, letting it warm through for another 5 minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve hot in bowls, finishing with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
- You can swap frozen peas with frozen green beans or corn as preferred.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control salt levels.
- Adjust the spiciness of the soup by choosing mild or spicy Italian sausage.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
