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Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup – Easy & Hearty

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This creamy sausage potato soup is a hearty and comforting one-pot meal made with Italian sausage, red potatoes, and a rich, savory broth. It’s easy to make on the stovetop or in a Crock Pot and perfect for chilly evenings or meal prep.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 11 cups
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

1 teaspoon dried basil

½ teaspoon dried parsley

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon mustard powder

¼ teaspoon pepper

1 lb ground Italian sausage (hot or mild)

2 tablespoons butter

1 yellow onion, diced

½ cup diced carrots

2 ribs celery, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons flour

1 teaspoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon hot sauce

5 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 ¼ lbs red potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the sausage, crumbling it as it cooks. Partially cover and cook for 10–12 minutes until browned. Remove sausage and reserve 1 tablespoon of the drippings.
  2. Add the reserved drippings and butter to the pot. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add chicken broth while scraping the bottom of the pot. Stir in heavy cream, hot sauce, soy sauce, and seasonings.
  4. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Add diced red potatoes and cook uncovered for 20–25 minutes or until fork-tender.
  5. Return sausage to the pot and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, if using. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add corn near the end of cooking for sweetness.
  • Use turkey, chicken, or plant-based sausage for variation.
  • Make it gluten-free by using cornstarch instead of flour.
  • Use coconut cream and skip the cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • To thicken more, simmer uncovered longer or add an extra tablespoon of flour.
  • Spinach or kale can be added at the end for extra nutrition.

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