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creamy potato and sausage soup
Anne Newgent

Sausage Potato Soup

This creamy sausage potato soup is hearty, rich in flavor, and easy to make using stove-top, crock-pot, or Instant Pot methods. A cozy bowl of comfort in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 359
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seasonings and Flavor Boosters
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adds depth, not heat)
Meat and Dairy
  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage (choose mild or spicy based on preference)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional but adds richness)
Vegetables and Aromatics
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 0.5 cup carrots diced
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.25 pounds red potatoes diced with skin on
Thickener and Broth
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 5 cups chicken broth

Method
 

  1. Brown the Sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, cook sausage until browned, about 10–12 minutes. Remove and set aside. Leave 1 tbsp of drippings or use butter.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add butter, onions, celery, and carrots. Cook 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
  3. Add the Flour: Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in the Liquids: Slowly add broth while stirring. Add cream, soy sauce, hot sauce, and all seasonings.
  5. Add the Potatoes: Add diced potatoes and bring to a boil. Simmer 20–25 minutes until fork-tender.
  6. Finish and Serve: Return sausage to pot. Add cheese if using. Stir until melted. Serve hot.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk. You can also thicken the soup with mashed potatoes or a cornstarch slurry instead of flour. Add kale or spinach near the end for a nutritious twist.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 359 kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 862mg | Potassium: 506mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1603 IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 189mg | Iron: 1mg
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