Description
Tuscan Sausage and Potato Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort to chilly evenings. This cozy soup features savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and vibrant greens simmered in a flavorful broth seasoned with herbs. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it the perfect centerpiece for family gatherings or a soothing solo meal. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, this soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 cups, diced)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups kale or spinach (chopped)
- 1 tsp Herbes de Provence
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- After about 15 minutes, add chopped kale or spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Season with Herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, consider using sweet potatoes instead of Yukon Gold. To make this soup vegetarian, substitute sausage with lentils or mushrooms and use vegetable broth. If the soup is too thin, mash some potatoes against the pot for thickness without losing flavor.