Creamy Italian Sausage Potato Soup with Carrots & Spinach 🍲🥔


 

1. Brown the Sausage

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

  • Add sausage, breaking it into crumbles, and cook until browned (5-6 mins). Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté the Aromatics

  • In the same pot, sauté onion until soft (3 mins).

  • Add garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Simmer the Soup

  • Stir in potatoes, carrots, broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper.

  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 mins (until potatoes are tender).

4. Make the Creamy Base

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 min.

  • Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and thickened (2-3 mins).

  • Pour into the soup, stirring well.

5. Finish & Serve

  • Add spinach & cooked sausage, simmering until spinach wilts (2 mins).

  • Stir in Parmesan cheese, then garnish with fresh parsley.


Pro Tips for the Best Soup 🔥

✔ Use spicy sausage for extra kick!
✔ Swap kale for spinach if preferred.
✔ For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
✔ Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for 2 months.


Serving Suggestions 🍽️

✨ With crusty bread for dipping.
✨ Topped with extra Parmesan & a drizzle of olive oil.
✨ Pair with a crisp green salad for a complete meal.


Final Verdict: Comfort in a Bowl!

This Italian Sausage Potato Soup is hearty, creamy, and loaded with flavor—the ultimate comfort food!

Make a pot tonight and enjoy the coziness! 😍