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Creamy Italian Sausage Soup

Creamy Italian Sausage Soup

This Creamy Italian Sausage Soup is a warm and comforting dish, perfect for winter. It’s packed with savory sausage and fresh vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Italian sausage hot or mild
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
For the Liquid Gold
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
To Taste
  • salt
  • pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
  1. In a large pot, add the Italian sausage over medium heat. Cook until it’s nicely browned, breaking it apart with a spoon until it’s cooked through—about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Stir occasionally, cooking until the onion becomes soft and translucent, which takes about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Toss in the sliced carrots and diced celery, stirring well. Allow them to cook for about 5 minutes until they’re slightly tender and vibrant in color.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a delightful boil, infusing your kitchen with an inviting fragrance.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully together.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped kale. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the kale has wilted and the soup is creamy.
  7. Taste and generously season with salt and pepper as desired, making sure each spoonful is flavorful.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for a delightful dunking experience.

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