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Sausage Potato Soup Recipe

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This hearty Sausage Potato Soup combines spicy Italian sausage with tender potatoes and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth, perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal. The recipe features a blend of Italian seasoning, paprika, and tomato paste, enriched with heavy cream for a creamy finish and fresh herbs for a burst of color and freshness.

Ingredients

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Sausage and Vegetables

  • 16 oz spicy Italian crumbled sausage, raw
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (regular or smoked)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1.5 pounds red or yellow potatoes (not russet), cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cups spinach or kale

Liquids and Garnish

  • 5 cups chicken broth or stock
  • ½ cup heavy cream (more up to 1 cup if needed)
  • 4 tablespoons fresh thyme or chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, crumble and brown the spicy Italian sausage until fully cooked and browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the sausage. Cook until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add seasoning and tomato paste: Stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
  4. Add vegetables and broth: Add diced carrots, potatoes, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  5. Simmer the soup: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  6. Add greens and cream: Stir in the spinach or kale and heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to wilt the greens and heat the soup through.
  7. Garnish and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with fresh thyme or chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use red or yellow potatoes as they hold their shape better than russet potatoes when simmered.
  • Adjust the amount of heavy cream based on desired creaminess; you can increase up to 1 cup.
  • For a milder soup, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
  • Substitute spinach with kale for a slightly different texture and taste.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.

Keywords: Sausage Potato Soup, Italian sausage soup, creamy potato soup, hearty soup, easy dinner soup

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