Description
Cozy up with this easy Sausage Potato Soup recipe, a hearty and comforting dish combining savory sausage, tender potatoes, and a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly days, this soup uses simple pantry staples and fresh ingredients to create a warm, filling meal that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this one-pot soup delivers flavor and comfort with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Aromatics
- 1 lb spicy or mild sausage, casing removed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
Vegetables and Broth
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3–4 medium Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Dairy
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
Fresh Herbs (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Heat a large pot over medium heat and cook the sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks into bite-sized pieces. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the sausage and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes, to develop a rich flavor base.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the peeled and cubed potatoes, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Season and Simmer: Add salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme to the soup. Let it cook gently for a few minutes to blend the flavors while stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream or milk and stir well to combine, warming the soup without boiling to maintain its creamy texture.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Turn off the heat and sprinkle chopped parsley or chives on top for a fresh, bright touch before serving.
Notes
- Use quality sausage with natural spices for the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t overcook the potatoes to avoid mushy soup and maintain satisfying chunks.
- Brown the sausage and sauté aromatics separately before adding broth to develop deeper flavors.
- Add cream gradually to control soup thickness and avoid heaviness.
- Adjust seasoning after cooking to ensure balanced savory notes.
- You can add diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers for extra texture and nutrients.
- For a spicy kick, use hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
- For dairy-free version, substitute cream with coconut milk or unsweetened almond milk.
- Freeze soup without cream and add cream when reheating for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: sausage potato soup, hearty soup, creamy soup, one pot soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, gluten free soup
