Best 3 Country Sausage Soup Recipes
When cooking up hearty and comforting country sausage soup, you'll have endless options and flavor combinations to choose from. This versatile dish can be easily tailored to your personal taste preferences, making it a delightful choice for any occasion. Whether you're seeking a classic rendition or a more adventurous twist, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to prepare the perfect country sausage soup that will warm your soul and leave you craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
COUNTRY SAUSAGE SOUP
Savory pork sausage, two kinds of beans and diced tomatoes make this soup one I prepare time and again. It's a hearty fix for when I don't know what to prepare for supper.-Grace Meyer, Galva, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings (1-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, thyme, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir in the beans; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 1279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
COUNTRY STYLE SMOKED SAUSAGE, HAM AND SPLIT PEA SOUP
This is the soup I make after I have baked my Recipe #262247. This soup uses split peas, but you can just as easily use yellow or red split lentils instead (same weight and cooking instructions). Many old style recipes require that the split peas are soaked overnight before starting recipes but this is not normally necessary nowadays. However, be sure to read the packet instructions carefully. If the split peas are soaked overnight their cooking time can be reduced to around 40 minutes. This recipe does not require overnight soaking however. If you have made my Recipe #262247, you will not need to add the vegetables listed here - unless you want extra vegetables, as the stock will already contain them. The cooking time will then depend on the split peas or lentils only. This serves 4 hungry people in large, deep soup bowls as a main course soup dish. It is wonderful with crusty bread rolls or baguette. This also makes a fabulous soup to take on a picnic in the Autumn or Winter, just what the doctor ordered!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Stocks
Time 4h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- WHICH GAMMON or HAM?.
- I used a cooked boneless ham joint throughout this recipe. If you use an uncooked ham, you will need to cook it (see instructions below) which will leave you with homemade stock for the soup.
- Sometimes ham or gammon can be very salty, especially gammon from supermarkets. To remove most of the salt, soak the gammon in water for two hours before cooking and pour away the water. Then simmer it for 15 minutes, pour away the water and add new water for the remaining cooking time.
- If the ham or gammon joint you buy is too large, put what is left in the fridge and use it for sandwiches,or as a main meal another time.
- As a very easy alternative, use pre-cooked ham which saves all the bother of cooking your own ham / gammon joint. If you decide to use pre-cooked ham, just ignore the first step of the recipe, OR you might have cooked my Celebration Spiced Ham with Orange and Marmalade glaze already - so the stock base and ham will be done!
- Whatever ham or gammon is used, it's fine if it is smoked or un-smoked - I used un-smoked.
- Cooking the Ham or Gammon:.
- Pour 3 pints of water into a largish pan and bring to the boil. Turn the heat down until the water is simmering (barely boiling). Place the uncooked gammon in the pan. If the gammon is covered half way to all the way by the water you're OK. Chop the gammon into smaller pieces if it's not at least half covered. The cooking method is the same whatever ham or gammon joint you use. Cook for around 50 minutes.
- Turn the ham over about half way through cooking.
- Immediately after the ham is put on to cook, start on the vegetables.
- Cooking the Soup:.
- Chop up the onions and carrots into small cubes, and place all the vegetables, split peas and chopped parsley into a pan, pour in the stock and bring to the boil. Then lower the heat so that the mixture is just simmering (just below boiling).
- This will need to be cooked for around one hour, maybe one and a quarter hours if you want your vegetables soft.
- The ham or gammon should be cooked after about 50 minutes, just enough time to prepare it before the vegetables are cooked.
- Remove the ham from the pan, and chop it into small cubes. Chop up the smoked sausage to the same size.
- The final step is to add the ham and smoked sausage to the soup and heat gently for about 5 to 10 minutes. Stir well and have a quick taste. More salt and pepper can added if the soup needs more seasoning.
- Serve the soup into bowls and add some extra chopped parsley if you have any available. Serve with crusty bread rolls or French bread/baguette.
- This soup freezes well and will keep in the freezer for a month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.4, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 146.8, Sodium 2469.1, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 6.4, Protein 60.8
COUNTRY DIJON SAUSAGE & LENTIL SOUP
Steps:
- In 4 quart saucepan combine all ingredients except mustard. Simmer, covered, 1 1/2 hours or until lentils are tender. Mix in mustard.
Tips:
- Use a variety of sausage: Different types of sausage will give your soup different flavors. For a classic country sausage soup, use a spicy sausage like kielbasa or andouille. For a milder flavor, use a sweet or mild Italian sausage. You can also use a combination of sausages for a more complex flavor.
- Don't overcook the sausage: Overcooked sausage will become tough and dry. Cook the sausage just until it is browned on the outside and cooked through on the inside.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a flavorful one. A good option is to use a chicken or beef broth that is seasoned with herbs and spices. You can also use a vegetable broth if you prefer.
- Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, nutrition, and texture to your soup. Some good vegetables to use in country sausage soup include potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, and green beans.
- Season your soup to taste: Be sure to taste your soup before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs to taste.
Conclusion:
Country sausage soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.
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