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Hearty Sausage Potato Soup Recipe

Hearty Sausage Potato Soup Recipe
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5 from 25 reviews

This Hearty Sausage Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. Loaded with Italian sausage, vegetables, and creamy broth, it’s a satisfying meal on its own or paired with a crusty bread.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1½ lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream, at room temperature
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings:

  • Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped chives
  • Croutons

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausage – In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage. About halfway through, add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Continue to cook until the sausage is fully browned and the vegetables are softened.
  2. Add Butter and Aromatics – Add enough butter to make 3 tablespoons of total fat in the pot, including the sausage drippings. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the garlic, marjoram, thyme, basil, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Thicken with Flour – Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1–2 minutes, allowing the flour to cook slightly and absorb the fat.
  4. Add Broth and Potatoes – Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add the chopped potatoes and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
  5. Finish with Cream – Remove the pot from heat and slowly stir in the room-temperature heavy cream until fully blended.
  6. Season and Serve – Taste and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped chives, or croutons if desired.

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Keywords: Hearty Sausage Potato Soup, Sausage Soup, Potato Soup, Comfort Food

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