This savory, aromatic, tender, flavorful, and delicious Creamy Sausage Potato Soup recipe is perfect for a winter dinner night. Rich with potatoes and sausage in a creamy, velvety broth, this comfort food is sure to become a family favorite.
This Creamy Sausage Potato Soup is simple and quick to make. All you need is some basic pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients, which you can easily combine in one pot. Our homemade chicken broth recipe (Homemade Chicken Broth Recipe) is a perfect accompaniment to this recipe.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe yields a delicious and comforting soup in just a few easy steps. You start with golden-brown sausage and onions, cook the diced potatoes until tender, and then puree a portion of the soup to create a rich and creamy texture. To achieve a delicate balance between tender and firm potatoes, cook the diced potatoes separately before adding them to the soup. This method also allows for better control over the soup’s texture, making it less likely to become too starchy or sticky.
Key Ingredient Highlights
Below are key highlights of ingredients that contribute to the succulent taste of the Creamy Sausage Potato Soup:
– Smoked paprika enhances the smoky flavor and distinct appearance of this potato soup. The sweetness of onions complements the savory flavor of the sausage nicely.
– Heavy cream and full-fat coconut milk contribute to the creamy texture, and half-and-half or whole milk can be used as substitutes if desired.
– Homemade Chicken Broth or high-quality store-bought broth lays a rich foundation for this soup.
THE RECIPE CARD
Creamy Sausage Potato Soup Recipe
This simple and comforting recipe features the flavors of sausage, potatoes, and aromatic spices. It is easy to customize by substituting different types of sausage or potatoes. With these key ingredient highlights, you can effectively optimize the Creamy Sausage Potato Soup to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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â–¢ 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
â–¢ 1 onion, chopped
â–¢ 1 teaspoon ground cumin
â–¢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
â–¢ 1 teaspoon salt
â–¢ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
â–¢ 1 pound of sausages, sliced
â–¢ 1 large potato (Idaho), peeled and diced
â–¢ 1 cup all-purpose flour
â–¢ 1 cup milk
â–¢ 2 cups chicken broth
â–¢ 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
â–¢ 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
â–¢ 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon
Instructions
- Cook the sliced sausages in butter until browned and crispy. Transfer the sausages to a plate.
- Soften chopped onion, ground cumin, paprika, and pepper. Stir until the onions are translucent.
- Add diced sausages, flour, salt, diced celery, bacon, milk, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the soup pot. Combine well and cook for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
- Ladle the soup into the blender and puree a portion of the soup, then stir the mixture back into the original soup. Heat the soup gently until hot and bubbly.
- Serve the creamy sausage potato soup hot with crusty bread, and enjoy.
Pro Tips
Reducing Lumps in the Soup
Potatoes can make the soup slightly starchy. Stir in 1/4 cup of chicken broth or water, and let it simmer for 10 minutes to thin the soup. To make pureed potatoes completely smooth, gently reheat the pureed potĐ°to mixture or make sure the milk and milk blends are completely mixed before adding the mixture to the rest of the soup.
Dealing with Undercooked Sausage
Cook the sausages in boiling water separately for 10 minutes before slicing and serving in the soup. In such a case, also shorten the total soup cooking time by 10 minutes. Stir frequently when cooking with raw sausages until browned.
Preparing Perfect Potatoes
After boiling diced potatoes in salted water until they are tender, rinse the cooked potatoes with cold water to remove extra starches from potatoes, thus avoiding overcooked and sticky soup.
FAQs
Can I freeze the soup? Yes, freezing the Creamy Sausage Potato Soup before serving is possible, though the soup may lose some of its original creamy texture upon reheating.
How do I make a low-carb version of this recipe? A simplified low-carb version of this soup would be using vinegar sausage, serving vegetables of low-carb and sugar fruits.
Conclusion
Come wintertime, our flavors naturally gravitate towards warm, comforting dishes. This Creamy Sausage Potato Soup recipe ensures a tender, succulent delight perfect for wintry nights. For variations, consider What kind sausage you love and would rather avoid, adding unique spices or whipping the soup smooth.
