Description
Hearty italian sausage potato soup blends rustic comfort with robust flavors, showcasing a perfect balance of savory sausage, creamy potatoes, and nutrient-rich spinach. Warm bowls invite diners to savor each spoonful of this soul-satisfying meal that connects kitchen and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage, crumbled
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Liquid:
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken broth
Seasonings (Optional):
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sauteing (if needed)
Instructions
- Render the Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, ensuring maximum flavor development while minimizing excess grease.
- Introduce aromatic onions and garlic to the rendered sausage, sautéing for 2-3 minutes to unlock their robust essence and create a flavor foundation.
- Incorporate diced potatoes and carrots into the pot, allowing them to mingle with the sausage and aromatics for approximately 5 minutes, enabling flavor absorption.
- Flood the mixture with chicken broth, stirring thoroughly. Elevate to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 20-25 minutes at medium-low heat until root vegetables reach perfect tenderness.
- During the final cooking moments, cascade fresh spinach into the soup, gently folding until leaves delicately wilt and integrate seamlessly with the broth.
- Calibrate seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into warm bowls, optionally garnishing with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and accompanied by crusty artisan bread for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Choose lean Italian sausage to reduce overall fat content while maintaining robust flavor profile.
- For vegetarian adaptation, swap sausage with plant-based crumbles or white beans for protein replacement.
- Consider adding heavy cream or half-and-half during last 5 minutes of cooking for extra richness and creamy texture.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking process and ensure consistent vegetable sizing for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg