Description
Indulge in a hearty and comforting bowl of Creamy Italian Sausage Soup, a delightful blend of savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and wilted spinach in a creamy broth. This soup is bursting with flavors and perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Italian Sausage Soup:
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 cups baby spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups diced potatoes (Yukon gold or russet)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, cook Italian sausage until browned. Remove excess grease.
- Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in broth, potatoes, tomatoes, seasonings, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Finish the Soup: Stir in cream, spinach, and Parmesan. Simmer until creamy. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute kale for spinach or use turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream.
- This soup pairs perfectly with crusty bread or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
