Sausage, Potato and Spinach Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 lbspicy italian sausage
casing removed
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1onion
diced
- ½ tspdried oregano
- ½ tspdried basil
- ½ tspcrushed red pepper flakes
optional
- to tastekosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 5 cchicken broth
- 1bay leaf
- 1 lbred potatoes
diced
- 3 cbaby spinach
- ¼ cheavy cream
Directions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the sausage as it cooks; drain excess fat.
- 2
Stir in garlic, onion, oregano, basil and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- 3
Stir in chicken broth and bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Stir in spinach until it begins to wilt, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream until heated through, about 1 minute; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- 5
Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of something truly satisfying that warms you from the inside out? This Sausage, Potato and Spinach Soup delivers hearty comfort in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
This recipe shines by combining robust flavors with remarkable speed. Crumbled spicy Italian sausage forms the savory base, while tender potatoes absorb all the delicious broth, and fresh spinach adds a welcome touch of green. It’s a complete meal that feels gourmet without the fuss.
You're in for a deeply flavorful experience with every spoonful of this comforting soup. Imagine perfectly seasoned spicy Italian sausage, complemented by soft, yielding red potatoes, all swimming in a rich, savory chicken broth. The subtle earthy notes of oregano and basil, plus a hint of optional red pepper flakes, create a wonderfully balanced profile. A swirl of heavy cream at the end brings a luscious, velvety finish that makes this soup feel incredibly indulgent, while the baby spinach provides a fresh, slightly bitter counterpoint to the richness. It’s a truly satisfying dish that will leave you feeling nourished and content.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the spice level by choosing mild Italian sausage instead of spicy, or by omitting the crushed red pepper flakes entirely. If red potatoes aren't available, any waxy potato variety will work well, holding its shape nicely in the soup. You could also experiment with different greens like kale or Swiss chard, though baby spinach wilts quickly and easily.
This hearty soup is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a comforting lunch on a chilly day. Serve it simply with a crusty piece of bread for dipping, or a light green salad to complete the meal.