Description
Savor the warmth and comfort of this Creamy Sausage Potato Soup, a delightful dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This hearty soup combines tender potatoes, savory ground sausage, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a rich, creamy broth. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that can be prepared on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, ensuring you have a satisfying meal ready whenever you need it. With its versatile ingredients and simple preparation, this soup is not just delicious—it’s also an excellent option for meal prepping! Customize it with your favorite veggies or different types of ground meat for added variety.
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 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 (about 6 small potatoes)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until soft (5–7 minutes), then stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Add ground turkey or chicken to the pot and cook until browned.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine; cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Incorporate soy sauce and hot sauce, then bring to a simmer.
- Add diced red potatoes, cover, and let simmer for 20–25 minutes until fork-tender.
- Reduce heat to low; slowly stir in heavy cream until blended.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg