Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup.

1. Step 1

   Start by heating your Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

2. Step 2

   Add the Italian sausage along with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes.

3. Step 3

   Cook this mixture for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is beautifully browned and crumbly.

4. Step 4

   Once done, drain any excess fat and set the sausage aside for later.

5. Step 5

   Next, in the same Dutch oven, toss in the bacon and cook it over medium heat until it reaches that perfect crispy texture, which should take around 10 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Afterward, drain the excess fat, but leave a couple of tablespoons in the pot to keep all that delicious flavor.

7. Step 7

   Now, it’s time to add some aromatics! Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking them together until the onions become soft and translucent, which should take about 5 minutes.

8. Step 8

   Once your kitchen is filled with a wonderful aroma, pour in the chicken broth and crank up the heat to bring it to a boil.

9. Step 9

   When it’s bubbling away, add the sliced potatoes and let them simmer until they’re fork-tender, which will take about 20 minutes.

10. Step 10

    After the potatoes are perfectly cooked, reduce the heat to medium and gently stir in the heavy cream, the cooked sausage, and a generous handful of fresh spinach.

11. Step 11

    Cook everything together until the spinach wilts and the sausage is warmed through.

12. Step 12

    Serve this comforting dish hot, and enjoy the delightful blend of flavors that will surely warm your heart!.