Description
A rich and creamy Italian sausage soup packed with hearty flavors, tender potatoes, and fresh greens. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights and ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Sausage
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, then drain excess grease if needed.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
Add diced onion and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Simmer the Soup
Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and potatoes. Stir in dried basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Step 4: Add the Cream and Greens
Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach (or kale). Cook for 5 more minutes until greens are wilted and soup is heated through.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Ladle into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.
Notes
- Lighter Version: Use half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream.
- Low-Carb Option: Substitute potatoes with cauliflower florets.
- Vegetarian Alternative: Use plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.
- Extra Hearty: Add cooked pasta or white beans for more texture and protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: italian
Keywords: creamy Italian sausage soup, easy sausage soup recipe, one-pot sausage soup, hearty winter soup, low-carb Italian soup