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Creamy Sausage Potato Soup in a pot on the stove

Creamy Sausage Potato Soup

A velvety blend of savory Italian sausage and tender potato chunks in a rich, comforting broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 705
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound mild Italian sausage casing removed
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 large potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Potato masher

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Remove the sausage from its casing, add to the pot, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, and dried thyme; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to partially mash the potatoes, leaving some chunks for texture.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and heat through without boiling.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

To add heat, substitute spicy Italian sausage for the mild variety. For a lighter soup, swap heavy cream with half-and-half.