Pork Sausage Potato Soup (Printable)

Hearty soup with savory pork sausage, tender potatoes, and aromatic vegetables in a creamy broth.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 14 oz pork sausage, mild or spicy, casings removed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1.3 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
03 - 1 large onion, diced
04 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

07 - 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 cup milk or cream for richer soup

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1 tsp dried thyme
10 - 1 bay leaf
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

12 - Chopped fresh parsley
13 - Grated cheddar cheese

# Steps:

01 - In a large pot over medium heat, crumble and brown the pork sausage until cooked through. Remove excess fat if necessary.
02 - Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, bay leaf, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
05 - Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
06 - Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the milk or cream and heat gently for 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated cheddar if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything comes together in one pot, meaning less cleanup and more time curled up on the couch
  • The humble ingredients transform into something that tastes like it simmered all day
  • Its the kind of soup that actually gets better overnight, making it perfect for make-ahead lunches
02 -
  • Patience during the sausage browning stage pays off in every single spoonful later
  • Adding cold milk to hot soup can cause curdling, so let the soup cool slightly first
03 -
  • Taste your sausage before you start cooking so you know how much salt the soup actually needs
  • If you prefer a lighter soup, use half and half instead of heavy cream

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