Sausage Potato Soup
Sausage Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, ideal for chilly days. This rich and creamy dish combines hearty Italian sausage, tender baby potatoes, and fresh vegetables simmered in a savory broth. It’s perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, offering bold flavors that will satisfy everyone at the table. Whether enjoyed as a main course or paired with warm, crusty bread, this soup is sure to impress. Easy to make in under an hour, it’s a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your taste. Plus, leftovers taste even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2-1/4 cups mirepoix (diced carrots, celery, yellow onion)
- 4 cups chopped baby gold potatoes
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 3 cups milk (1%, 2%, or whole)
- 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté mirepoix and garlic in butter until softened.
- Add potatoes along with seasonings and chicken stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover until potatoes are tender.
- In a separate pot, melt remaining butter and whisk in flour. Gradually add milk until thickened; then stir in heavy cream.
- Combine milk mixture with soup and add cheese gradually until melted. Stir in sour cream and return cooked sausage to the pot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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