Description
Savor the warmth and comfort of Sausage Potato Soup, a rich and creamy dish perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This delightful soup is loaded with savory Italian sausage, tender baby potatoes, and fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a luscious cheese-infused broth. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe guarantees smiles around the dinner table and is sure to become a staple in your home. Pair it with crusty buttered bread for the ultimate cozy meal experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2–1/4 cups mirepoix (or 3/4 cup each: diced carrots, celery, and yellow onion)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 4 cups chopped baby gold potatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups milk (1%, 2%, or whole)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups freshly shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Hearty buttered bread (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the Italian sausage until deeply cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté mirepoix in the same pot until tender, then add minced garlic.
- Stir in potatoes and seasonings; pour in chicken stock and cook until potatoes are fork-tender.
- In a separate saucepan, create a creamy mixture with butter, flour, milk, and heavy cream until thickened.
- Combine the creamy mixture with the soup, stir in cheese until melted, then return cooked sausage to the pot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating leafy greens like spinach. Experiment with different types of cheese for unique flavors.