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Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup – Easy & Hearty! Recipe

Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup – Easy & Hearty! Recipe
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This Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup is a warm, hearty, and easy-to-make dish that combines flavorful Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and nutritious greens in a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly days, this recipe balances rich creaminess with a hint of spice and the freshness of kale or spinach, making it a satisfying comfort meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Soup Base

  • 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)

Greens and Seasonings

  • 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)

Others

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed, for sautéing)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sausage & Aromatics: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. If there is excess grease, drain it. Then, add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Simmer the Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes along with the chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  3. Finish with Cream & Greens: Stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale or spinach. Allow the soup to simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes, until the greens are wilted and tender. Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.
  4. Serve & Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot for a cozy, delicious meal.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • You can substitute kale with spinach or other leafy greens as preferred.
  • Adjust the spiciness by changing the type of Italian sausage or by varying the amount of red pepper flakes.
  • Drain excess sausage grease to reduce fat content if desired.
  • Leftover soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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

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