Description
Warm, hearty, and rich with comforting flavor, this Creamy Turkey Sausage and Potato Soup is the perfect meal for chilly days or whenever you’re craving something cozy. Made with lean turkey sausage, tender potatoes, fresh herbs, and a creamy broth, this one-pot soup is both wholesome and indulgent. It’s a lighter twist on traditional creamy soups but packed with flavor and texture.
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Ingredients
For the Soup:
• 1 lb ground turkey sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet)
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup chopped kale or spinach (optional)
• 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for richness)
Optional Toppings:
• Crumbled cooked turkey bacon
• Extra Parmesan or shredded cheddar
• Fresh parsley or chives
• Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Turkey Sausage
In a large soup pot over medium heat, brown the turkey sausage until fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
If sausage is very lean and sticks, add a drizzle of olive oil.
Once browned, remove and set aside if you want to build flavor in the veggies separately, or leave it in the pot.
Step 2: Sauté Aromatics
Add onion to the same pot and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Simmer with Potatoes
Return sausage to the pot (if removed).
Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 4: Add Cream and Greens
Stir in heavy cream and chopped kale or spinach, if using.
Simmer for 5 more minutes until greens are wilted and soup is creamy.
Stir in Parmesan cheese (optional) and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 5: Serve and Garnish
Ladle soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes like turkey bacon, more cheese, or fresh herbs.
Serve hot with crusty bread or a green salad on the side.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold Potatoes – They hold their shape and add creaminess.
Brown the Sausage Well – It adds extra depth of flavor.
Adjust Thickness – Add a little more broth for a lighter texture or mash a few potatoes for extra thickness.
Add Heat – Use spicy turkey sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
Make It Dairy-Free – Use coconut cream or a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: American