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Easy Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup

A hearty and creamy soup filled with Italian sausage, potatoes, and greens, perfect for a comforting dinner in just 30 to 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Mild, hot, or sweet; substitute with turkey sausage or bacon and ground pork if desired.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter flavor.
  • 3 medium potatoes Russet, Yukon gold, or red potatoes, cut into cubes.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Substitutes: half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • 2 cups greens Spinach, kale, or Swiss chard, chopped small.
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup carrots Chopped, sauté with onions and garlic.
  • 1 cup celery Chopped, sauté with onions and garlic.
  • 1 cup corn Frozen or fresh, sauté with onions and garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes For added heat.
  • to taste salt and black pepper Season to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté until softened.
  3. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth, bring to a simmer.
Cooking
  1. Cook until potatoes are tender but not falling apart, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Stir in heavy cream and chopped greens, cooking just until greens are wilted.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  2. Serve hot with optional toppings like grated Parmesan.

Notes

For meal prep, cool and refrigerate the soup, and reheat on serving day. Store delicate greens separately to retain their texture when reheating.