This Sausage Potato Soup is a hearty, comforting meal perfect for chilly days! Packed with savory sausage, tender potatoes, and creamy broth, this soup is both filling and flavorful. Easy to make on the stovetop, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep for the week.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) sausage (pork, chicken, or turkey), sliced or crumbled

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups (950 ml) chicken broth

• 3–4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

• 2 cups (480 ml) milk

• 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1/2 tsp paprika

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

1. Cook Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

3. Add Potatoes and Broth: Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

4. Add Sausage and Milk: Return cooked sausage to the pot. Stir in milk and heavy cream (if using). Heat gently, but do not boil, until warmed through. Adjust seasoning as needed.

5. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrients (per serving, estimated for 6 servings)

• Calories: 310 kcal

• Protein: 17 g

• Fat: 20 g

• Saturated Fat: 8 g

• Carbohydrates: 17 g

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugars: 3 g

• Sodium: 700 mg