Description
This creamy and hearty soup is made with flavorful Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a savory broth enriched with cream. It’s the perfect one-pot meal for a cozy dinner that warms you from the inside out!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 medium Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Cook the chopped bacon until crispy, then remove it with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onion until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the cubed potatoes, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 12–15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the cooked sausage, bacon, and kale or spinach. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until the greens are wilted.
- Lower the heat and add the heavy cream, stirring gently until heated through. Do not let it boil.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk.
- Swap kale for Swiss chard or spinach based on preference.
- Add extra vegetables like carrots or celery for more depth of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1½ cups
- Calories: ~420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg