Description
This Creamy Potato & Sausage Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for cooler days. Ground Italian sausage is sautéed with aromatic vegetables, then combined with tender chunks of yellow potatoes and a rich, creamy broth to create a luscious and satisfying soup that serves six. This recipe offers a balanced blend of savory flavors and creamy texture, making it an ideal cozy meal for family and friends.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces ground Italian sausage
- 1 cup small-diced onion
- 1/2 cup small-diced celery
- 1/2 cup small-diced carrots
- 1/2 cup small-diced red bell pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds little yellow potatoes, cut into chunks
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion, celery, carrots, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste and create a roux that will thicken the soup.
- Add broth and potatoes: Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add the chunks of yellow potatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Combine sausage and cream: Return the browned sausage to the pot. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through without boiling to prevent curdling. Cook for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle the creamy potato and sausage soup into bowls and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or shredded cheese.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
- Use turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can enhance the flavor.
- This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezes beautifully.
