Description
This hearty Italian Sausage Potato Soup with Carrots & Spinach is a comforting one-pot meal made with savory Italian sausage, tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and fresh spinach in a flavorful, creamy broth. Perfect for cozy nights or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in potatoes, carrots, chicken broth, water, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
- For a lighter soup, substitute milk or evaporated milk for heavy cream.
- Use spicy Italian sausage for extra heat or mild for a more kid-friendly version.
- This soup thickens as it cools — add extra broth when reheating if needed.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American