Description
This Italian Sausage Potato Soup with Carrots & Spinach is the perfect comfort food for colder months. With savory Italian sausage, hearty potatoes, sweet carrots, and vibrant spinach, this soup is both filling and nutritious. It’s a warm, flavorful bowl of goodness, loaded with vegetables and savory sausage in a creamy broth. Ideal for a cozy family dinner!
Ingredients
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1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, according to preference)
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1 medium onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
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3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
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4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
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2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
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2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
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Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
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Brown the Sausage:
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In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
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Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.
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Sauté the Vegetables:
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In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened (about 3 minutes).
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Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
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Cook the Soup:
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Add the diced potatoes and sliced carrots to the pot.
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Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
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Add the Sausage and Cream:
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Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.
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Add the dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
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Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken slightly.
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Finish with Spinach:
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Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until the spinach wilts.
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Serve:
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Ladle the soup into bowls and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
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Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
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Notes
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For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
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If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes with a fork or potato masher to create a creamier texture.
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You can make this soup ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
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Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste with more or less oregano and basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup / Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg