Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup, a delightful dish that warms both heart and soul. This creamy soup features aromatic vegetables, savory sausage, and tender potatoes, all simmered to perfection in a rich broth. Ideal for chilly nights, it’s easy to prepare and offers a satisfying meal for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its customizable ingredients, you can make it your own by swapping in seasonal veggies or using different proteins. Perfect for leftovers, this soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld beautifully!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (or chicken)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Sauté chopped onions, sliced carrots, and chopped celery until soft (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Crumble in the ground turkey (or chicken) and brown thoroughly.
- Stir in diced potatoes and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream followed by fresh spinach or kale until wilted. Adjust salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg