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Creamy Hearty Sausage and Potato Soup

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A rich and comforting soup featuring browned Italian sausage, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and a creamy broth with a subtle smoky warmth from smoked paprika. Perfect for cozy meals and easy to prepare in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 4 minutes until translucent and soft, stirring occasionally. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour over the sausage and onion mixture. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste; the mixture will thicken slightly.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
  5. Slowly add 4 cups low sodium chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  6. Add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
  7. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Slowly pour in 1 cup heavy cream, stirring continuously. Cook for another 5 minutes to meld flavors and thicken the soup.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chopped fresh parsley.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, optionally with crusty bread or a simple salad.

Notes

For a smoother texture, puree about a third of the soup with an immersion blender before adding cream. Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch to thicken if needed. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream and use dairy-free butter. Soup flavors deepen overnight; reheat gently and add broth if too thick.

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Keywords: sausage soup, potato soup, creamy soup, hearty soup, easy soup recipe, cozy meals, smoked paprika, comfort food

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