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Hearty Potato Sausage Soup
Dominique

Hearty & Creamy Potato Soup with Sausage

This comforting and rich potato soup features savory Italian sausage, tender red potatoes, and a creamy broth, seasoned with a blend of herbs and a hint of spice. It's a perfect meal for a chilly evening.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 lb ground Italian sausage hot or mild
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 0.5 cup carrots diced
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon soy Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1.25 lbs red potatoes about 6 small potatoes
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Silicone Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Stove Top Method
  1. Remove casings from sausage if using links, then brown and crumble the sausage in a large pot over medium heat for 10-12 minutes. Set aside the cooked sausage, reserving 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pot.
  2. Add the reserved drippings and 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot over medium heat, then sauté diced onions, celery, and carrots for 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add flour to the pot and cook for 2 minutes, then gradually stir in chicken broth, scraping the pot's bottom to enhance flavor. Slowly mix in heavy cream, hot sauce, soy sauce, and all seasonings.
  4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and add 1-inch cubed red potatoes. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Return the cooked sausage to the soup and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, stir in shredded cheddar cheese if desired, and serve the soup hot.

Notes

For a richer flavor, ensure you scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pot after adding the broth. Adjust hot sauce to your preference.