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Sausage Potato Soup for Dinner Recipe

Sausage Potato Soup for Dinner Recipe
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Sausage Potato Soup is a rich and comforting dish featuring Italian sausage, baby potatoes, and vegetables in a creamy and cheesy broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner!

Ingredients

Italian Sausage

  • 1 pound mild or hot Italian sausage

Mirepoix

  • 3/4 cup diced carrots
  • 3/4 cup diced celery
  • 3/4 cup diced yellow onion

Other Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 4 cups chopped baby gold potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 4 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 6 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups milk (1%, 2%, or whole)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups freshly shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare Sausage: In a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the Italian sausage, crumble, and brown. Set aside.
  2. Sauté Veggies: In the same pot, sauté mirepoix and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add Potatoes: Stir in potatoes, herbs, salt, pepper, and chicken stock. Cook until potatoes are tender.
  4. Make Cream Mixture: In a separate pot, melt butter, add flour, then slowly whisk in milk until thickened. Stir in cream.
  5. Combine and Serve: Mix cream mixture with veggies, add cheese and sour cream, then return sausage. Adjust seasoning and serve warm with bread.

Notes

  • Cut veggies and potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Use freshly shredded extra-sharp Cheddar for best melting.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days or freeze for later enjoyment.

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