The Story & Intro
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.
The very first time I made Creamy Sausage Potato Soup, it was one of those chilly evenings where the sky turns gray a little too early and all you want is something warm, filling, and deeply comforting. Back in Paris, soup was always simple leeks, potatoes, maybe cream. But America taught me how to make soup hearty. Sausage! Cream! Big bowls! Seconds encouraged!
This creamy sausage potato soup quickly became one of my most-requested recipes. Friends would walk in, inhale deeply, and instantly ask, “What is that smell?” There’s something magical about browned sausage, tender potatoes, and a velvety broth coming together in one pot. It feels like a hug you can eat 🥣💛.
What I love most about creamy sausage potato soup is how forgiving it is. You don’t need fancy skills, rare ingredients, or perfect timing. It’s cozy cooking at its best rustic, comforting, and made with love. Whether you’re feeding a family, meal-prepping for the week, or curling up with a blanket and a big spoon, this soup always delivers.
Today, I’m sharing my favorite version of Creamy Sausage Potato Soup, the one that balances richness without being heavy and flavor without being complicated. Let’s get cooking, my friends!
🛒 Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this comforting classic:
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy — your choice!)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 cups russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Simple ingredients, big flavor that’s my kind of cooking.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Brown the sausage
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Once fully cooked, remove excess grease if needed, but leave a little for flavor.
2. Build the flavor base
Add the diced onion directly to the pot with the sausage. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
3. Add potatoes and broth
Pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed potatoes. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot (that’s flavor!). Bring to a gentle boil.
4. Simmer until tender
Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
5. Make it creamy
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and milk. Add salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using.
6. Optional thickness adjustment
If you like thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot using a potato masher. This makes the creamy sausage potato soup luxuriously thick without extra flour.
7. Taste and finish
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let the soup simmer gently for 5 more minutes, then remove from heat.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
This Creamy Sausage Potato Soup shines all on its own, but it pairs beautifully with:
- Crusty artisan bread or baguette 🥖
- Warm garlic bread
- A simple green salad with vinaigrette
- Grilled cheese sandwiches (trust me!)
For extra indulgence, sprinkle shredded cheddar or parmesan on top and let it melt into the soup. A little fresh parsley or green onion adds brightness and color.
⏱️ Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Perfect for weeknights and lazy weekends alike.
🛒 Ingredients (Quick View)
- Italian sausage
- Potatoes
- Onion
- Garlic
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Milk
- Seasonings
👩🍳 Instructions (Quick View)
- Brown sausage
- Sauté onion and garlic
- Add potatoes and broth
- Simmer until tender
- Stir in cream and seasonings
- Mash slightly for thickness
- Serve hot
📝 Notes
- Mild sausage keeps it family-friendly; spicy sausage adds heat
- Russet potatoes give the creamiest texture
- Soup thickens as it cools
- Stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days
- Reheat gently to prevent curdling
🍽️ Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
Comfort food with real substance!
Recipe Card 🥣✨
Creamy Sausage Potato Soup
⏱️ Time: 50 minutes
🛒 Ingredients: Simple pantry staples
👩🍳 Method: One-pot, easy simmer
🍽️ Servings: 4–6 bowls of pure comfort
This creamy sausage potato soup is rich, cozy, and packed with flavor perfect for cold nights and hungry hearts.
Conclusion
Every time I make Creamy Sausage Potato Soup, I’m reminded why I fell in love with American comfort food. It’s generous, warming, and meant to be shared. This soup doesn’t rush you it invites you to slow down, sit at the table, and savor each spoonful.
From my French heart to your American kitchen, I hope this creamy sausage potato soup brings warmth, smiles, and maybe even seconds. 💛🥣