Description
This creamy Italian sausage and kale soup is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups peeled and diced russet potatoes
- 4 cups chopped kale, stems removed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional and to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned. Stir in diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent.
- Add peeled and diced russet potatoes to the pot along with chicken broth. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Once potatoes are soft, add chopped kale and sprinkle in salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir gently and allow kale to wilt, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine thoroughly. Let the soup warm through without boiling to keep the cream silky and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish as desired before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier version, use spicy Italian sausage and add additional red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg