Italian Sausage and Potato Soup

A hearty, comforting soup loaded with Italian sausage, tender red potatoes, fresh spinach, and a touch of cream in a flavorful broth.

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 25 minutes
Special Equipment: large pot

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 lb Italian sausage

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 onion, diced

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp dried basil

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 5 cups chicken broth

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 lb red potatoes, diced

• 3 cups baby spinach

• ¼ cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown Italian sausage for 3 to 5 minutes, breaking it into crumbles.

2. Add garlic, onion, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaf. Bring to a boil, add potatoes, and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender.

4. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Add heavy cream, heat through, and adjust seasonings. Remove bay leaf and serve hot.