Make this hearty, one-pot Italian Sausage Soup featuring potatoes and kale in a creamy broth. It is a quick, comforting meal perfect for weeknights.
Author:zoe-thompson
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:35 min
Total Time:50 min
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, diced small
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 cups chopped kale, stems removed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Place a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off excess grease.
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth. Add the diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale. Cook until the kale wilts, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the soup is creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
For a spicier soup, use hot Italian sausage instead of sweet.
If you prefer a thicker soup, mash a few of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
This recipe is a good base for other additions like white beans or small pasta like ditalini or orzo; add pasta with the broth and cook according to package directions.