Italian Sausage and Potato Soup
This hearty Italian Sausage and Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful meal, perfect for a chilly evening. Made with savory sausage, tender potatoes, and aromatic herbs, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup chopped kale or spinach (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cubed potatoes to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- If using, stir in the chopped kale or spinach during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier soup, mash some of the potatoes before serving. You can also add a splash of heavy cream or half-and-half at the end.