Description
Hearty sausage and sweet potato soup blends Italian sausage with creamy root vegetables for a comforting meal. Warm spices and rich broth create a satisfying dish that nourishes and delights.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound sausage
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 large onion
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups kale
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Brown italian sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat until fully cooked and crumbly, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same pot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Add cubed sweet potatoes, chicken broth, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
- Raise heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce temperature to low and cover.
- Simmer the soup for 18-22 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes become tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Introduce chopped kale and previously cooked sausage into the pot, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Continue simmering for an additional 4-5 minutes, allowing kale to wilt and flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and let soup rest for 2-3 minutes before serving in warm bowls.
- Optionally garnish with fresh parsley, a swirl of cream, or a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick of heat and depth.
- Swap kale with spinach or Swiss chard if you prefer a milder leafy green texture.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure your chicken broth is certified gluten-free and use high-quality sausage without wheat fillers.
- Reduce sodium by choosing low-sodium chicken broth and selecting lean, minimally processed sausage varieties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg