Description
A hearty Italian soup featuring sausage, potatoes, and kale, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage (Mild or spicy)
- 4 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold, diced)
- 1 large onion (Diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (Minced)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 bunch kale (Chopped, about 4 cups)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
- Salt (To taste)
- Pepper (To taste)
- Olive oil (For sautéing)
Instructions
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth, bringing it to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add chopped kale and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste, allowing the soup to warm through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls, optionally with crusty bread or Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
Let cool before storing; keeps for 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer. Use vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian