Description
Hearty cheesy sausage potato soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending rich flavors from savory sausage and creamy potatoes. Warm spoons of this soul-satisfying recipe promise delicious moments and comfort for hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (450 g) ground sausage (Italian or breakfast sausage)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ pounds (680 g) potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Russets)
- ¼ cup (10 g) chopped fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Liquids, Dairy, and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the savory meat base by sizzling sausage in a capacious pot over moderate heat. Fragment the meat into delicate crumbles, cooking until rich golden brown and thoroughly rendered, approximately 5-7 minutes. Extract the meat using a perforated utensil and reserve momentarily.
- Without cleansing the pot, introduce minimal olive oil if necessary. Gently sweat diced onions until translucent and softened, roughly 3-4 minutes. Incorporate minced garlic, allowing aromatics to release their fragrant essence for mere moments.
- Pour chicken broth into the infused foundation, then introduce diced potatoes. Elevate temperature until liquid reaches a vigorous bubble, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Allow potatoes to tenderize, approximately 15-18 minutes, verifying doneness by piercing with a sharp implement.
- Transform soup’s texture by partially pureeing contents. Utilize an immersion blender to create a velvety consistency, alternatively carefully transfer select portions to a standard blender. Reintegrate the smoothed mixture into the primary vessel.
- Reintroduce the previously cooked sausage into the bubbling liquid. Stream heavy cream and sprinkle smoked paprika, stirring to harmonize flavors and create a luxurious landscape.
- Gradually incorporate shredded cheddar, allowing each handful to melt seamlessly. Season judiciously with salt and freshly cracked pepper, adjusting to personal preference.
- Distribute the steaming concoction into serving vessels. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or delicate green onion slivers. Accompany with rustic bread or crisp crackers for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize the sausage type for different flavor profiles, like spicy Italian, mild breakfast, or smoky andouille, each bringing a unique taste to the soup.
- Swap heavy cream with milk, half-and-half, or dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk for lighter or lactose-free versions.
- Use sweet potatoes or a mix of potato varieties to add depth and nutritional variety to the soup’s base.
- For gluten-sensitive diners, ensure the sausage is gluten-free and skip any flour-based thickeners, relying on potato starch for natural thickening.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 489
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 865 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg