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Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup Recipe

Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup Recipe
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4.8 from 28 reviews

This Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Packed with flavorful Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a rich broth infused with garlic, herbs, and a touch of cream, this soup offers a warm and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casing removed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add potatoes and herbs: Stir in diced potatoes, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to let the herbs release their aromas.
  4. Pour in broth and simmer: Add the chicken broth to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Return sausage and add cream: Add the cooked sausage back to the pot. Stir in the heavy cream, heat through for 5 more minutes, but do not boil.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.

Notes

  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter soup.
  • For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
  • To make it gluten-free, ensure your chicken broth and sausage contain no added gluten ingredients.

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Keywords: Italian sausage soup, potato soup, hearty soup, easy soup recipe, cozy soup, Italian comfort food

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