Creamy Turkey Potato Soup for Cozy Family Nights
Warm up this winter with a delightful bowl of Creamy Sausage Potato Soup for Cozy Family Nights. This comforting dish combines tender potatoes, savory turkey sausage, and a creamy broth that guarantees satisfaction with every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy recipe is packed with flavor and can be customized to suit your family’s tastes. Whether you enjoy it on a quiet night in or serve it at gatherings, this hearty soup is sure to become a new family favorite. Enhanced with fresh herbs and served alongside crusty bread, it offers the ultimate cozy dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb turkey sausage
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 1 cup mirepoix (diced carrots, celery, onion)
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1.5 lb baby gold potatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (or almond milk)
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra-sharp cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the turkey sausage for about 5–7 minutes.
- Add butter and mirepoix; sauté until vegetables soften (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and diced potatoes along with dried parsley and basil. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Whisk flour with some milk until smooth; gradually add to the soup while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Mix in remaining milk and cream; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then serve hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg