Description
A comforting Italian sausage and potato soup filled with hearty ingredients and robust flavors, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed, for sautéing)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Crumble the Italian sausage into the pot and cook until browned. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring until fragrant and the onion turns translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes to the pot, followed by chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale or spinach. Allow everything to simmer together for an additional few minutes until the greens wilt and the soup thickens slightly.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy a hearty meal that showcases the rich flavors of Italian cuisine.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Consider adding a bay leaf or fresh herbs during simmering for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Italian soup, sausage soup, potato soup, comfort food, hearty soup
