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Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup (One-Pot Method)

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Make this hearty, creamy sausage potato soup in one pot for a satisfying and comforting family dinner. It uses Italian sausage for deep flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot with the sausage and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth. Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated, making the soup creamy.
  7. If using, stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Do not boil the soup after adding the cream.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash about 1 cup of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • You can substitute mild or hot Italian sausage based on your preference for spice.
  • This recipe works well as a crockpot sausage potato soup; brown the sausage and sauté the onion/garlic on the stovetop first, then transfer everything to the slow cooker with the broth and seasonings. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in cream and cheese at the end.

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