Simple Pork Sausage Potato Soup (Print)
Hearty soup with savory sausage, tender potatoes, and vegetables in a creamy broth.
# Ingredient list:
→ Meats
01 - 14 oz pork sausage, casings removed
→ Vegetables
02 - 1.3 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
03 - 1 large onion, diced
04 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
07 - 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 cup milk or cream
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 tsp dried thyme
10 - 1 bay leaf
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Garnishes
12 - Chopped fresh parsley
13 - Grated cheddar cheese
# Directions:
01 - In a large pot over medium heat, crumble and brown the pork sausage until cooked through. Remove excess fat if necessary.
02 - Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, bay leaf, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
05 - Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
06 - Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the milk (or cream) and heat gently for 2–3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated cheddar if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This soup comes together in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all day
- The combination of creamy broth and savory sausage hits every comfort craving
- Its incredibly forgiving and flexible based on what you have in your fridge
02 -
- Mashing a few potatoes against the side of the pot naturally thickens the broth without any flour or cornstarch
- The soup continues to thicken as it sits, so plan accordingly if making ahead
03 -
- Cut your potatoes into uniform 1 inch cubes so they cook evenly
- Start with less salt than you think you need, as the sausage and broth add plenty of saltiness