Hearty and Flavorful Italian Sausage and Potato Soup

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Italian Sausage and Potato Soup. Made with savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, this soup is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day. Serve it with crusty bread and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add the cooked sausage back to the pot and stir in the chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and red pepper flakes.
4. Bring the soup to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
7. Enjoy!

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