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Close-up of a bowl of Sausage Potato Soup, featuring sliced sausage, potatoes, carrots, and fresh parsley.

Sausage Potato Soup

A hearty and satisfying sausage and potato soup, perfect for a chilly day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Break up the sausage with a spoon.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Heat through but do not boil.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can use any type of sausage you prefer. For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.