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Potato Sausage Soup
This hearty Potato/Sausage Soup combines rustic comfort with creamy indulgence, featuring browned pork sausage, tender russet potatoes, and rich cream. It’s perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings and gets a tangy boost from white balsamic vinegar. The blend of savory, creamy, and subtly sweet flavors makes this soup a standout in comfort food classics.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 russet potatoes (large, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 6 cups chicken broth (enough to cover potatoes + extra)
  • 1½ lbs pork sausage
  • 1 onion (large, diced)
  • ½ stick butter (4 tbsp)
  • 1 qt heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Potatoes

  • Cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in stock pot and cover with chicken broth. Simmer until tender.

Step 2: Brown Sausage & Onion

  • Brown pork sausage in a pan. Add diced onion and cook until soft. Drain excess fat.

Step 3: Combine Ingredients

  • In the pot with potatoes, add butter. Stir in sausage and onion mixture.

Step 4: Add Cream and Seasonings

  • Pour in cream. Add white balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

  • Ladle soup into bowls and top with freshly chopped parsley.

Tips

  • Swap russet potatoes for Yukon golds for a creamier texture.
  • Use spicy Italian sausage for a bolder flavor.
  • Add chopped kale or spinach for extra color and nutrition.
  • Replace heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Add a dash of smoked paprika for warmth and depth.
  • Stir in shredded cheddar for a cheesy variation.
  • Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth if preferred.
  • Garnish with chives or green onions instead of parsley.
  • Add a splash of vinegar at the end to brighten flavors if needed.
  • Make it ahead—flavors deepen after a night in the fridge.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 18gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 1180mgPotassium: 1050mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1050IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 135mgIron: 2.4mg
Keyword classic comfort food, creamy, creamy soup, easy weeknight dinner, fall, family recipes, hearty, hearty dinner, homemade, potato sausage soup, rustic soup, suasage
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