Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup
Are you a fan of soups and creams? Well, we have brought you the best Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup.
This savory, hearty soup will fill you up on cold days with its combination of thick potatoes and spicy Italian sausage.
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Plus, it’s easy enough for any home cook to make – all you need are a few simple ingredients for something that tastes as you put in hours of effort.
So pull on your slippers, cozy up with your favorite blanket, and let’s get cooking!
What type of Italian sausage should I use?
It’s best to use Italian ground sausage to get the full effect. While you could use regular Italian sausage, it will affect the texture of the soup.
What type of potatoes is best for this soup recipe?
We prefer to use baby gold potatoes! The texture is great, and they don’t become grainy like other varieties of potatoes. You can also use Russet.
Should I pre-cook the Italian sausage?
When you begin cooking this Italian sausage soup, you’ll need to cook the sausage until it’s done all the way.
Can I use other vegetables in this soup?
Yep! Consider adding onions, peppers, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, or any other veggies that you enjoy in your soup. Just make sure to cook until the vegetables are tender.
Can I substitute the Italian sausage with another type of meat?
Sure! Chicken, beef, or turkey are all great options.
Should I use low-sodium broth in this soup recipe?
It’s fine to use regular broth or a low-sodium broth, depending on your preference. If you are cutting back on your salt intake, for sure, go with low sodium. Otherwise, use whatever you like.
Are you a fan of soups and creams? Well, we have brought you the best Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup. This savory, hearty soup will fill you up on cold days with its combination of thick potatoes and spicy Italian sausage.
Here’s a Weight Watchers-friendly version of your recipe in English with lower Points while keeping it creamy and flavorful.
Weight Watchers Creamy Sausage, Potato & Spinach Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean Italian turkey sausage (or 99% lean ground turkey seasoned with Italian herbs)
- 1½ lb baby gold potatoes, quartered
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup fat-free evaporated milk (or skim milk)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, cook the turkey sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in the spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the fat-free evaporated milk and Parmesan cheese. Heat gently without boiling.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Estimated Weight Watchers Points: 4–5 Points per serving (based on 8 servings). Actual Points may vary depending on the specific brands you use.
