Best 2 Easy Potato Sausage Soup Recipes

Potato sausage soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with simple, everyday ingredients like potatoes, sausage, onions, and celery. This soup is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. For example, you can add different vegetables, such as carrots or corn, or you can use different types of sausage, such as spicy sausage or breakfast sausage. No matter how you make it, potato sausage soup is sure to be a hit at your next meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY POTATO SAUSAGE SOUP

Easy Potato Sausage Soup image

This is what I make on grocery shopping nights since it is easy to prepare and is very tasty. I generally double the recipe since my family loves it so much. Don't forget the garlic bread!

Provided by Deirdre Dee

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 onions, chopped
½ cup margarine
4 cups diced potatoes
1 (10 ounce) package frozen diced carrots
1 pound Polish sausage, sliced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups milk
¾ cup dry potato flakes

Steps:

Using a large saucepan, brown onion in butter.
Add potatoes, carrots, green peppers, sausage, water, salt and pepper. Cook on low, for about 45 minutes or until the potatoes are creamy.
Add milk and cook until heated through and then add instant potato flakes. If you want a creamy potato soup add a 1/2 cup potato flakes, or if you want your soup thick like stew add 1 cup of potato flakes.
Let soup sit for approximately 5 minutes in order to thicken and then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 39.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 1326 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

EASY 20 MINUTE HOT SAUSAGE AND POTATO SOUP

Easy 20 Minute Hot Sausage and Potato Soup image

There is no substitute for real homemade soup, or is there? As it turns out, this is a fast, easy and super tasty bowl of soup. I came up with this idea when I decided to "change up" my regular 20 minute potato soup - we were very happy with the results. Our D&D group devours this stuff! You can use milder sausage if you like, but the hot stuff sure makes it pop!

Provided by angie_pangie

Categories Pork

Time 20m

Yield 1 bowl, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb hot pork sausage
1 (32 ounce) package frozen southern style hash brown potatoes (with peppers & onions if you desire)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon salt (leave this out if your sausage is salty)
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 dash white pepper
1 teaspoon onion flakes (if you do not use hash browns with onions)
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (2 2/3 ounce) package country gravy mix

Steps:

Add sausage to a hot pan and break it up to crumble it as you cook it.
When the sausage is no longer pink, add the hash browns, seasonings and onion flakes. Cook the hash browns until they are slightly soft.
Wisk some of the chicken broth with the gravy mix in a bowl and slowly add to the pot.
Add the remaining chicken broth to the pot.
Mix gently and bring to a rolling boil over med-high heat.
Lower the heat to simmer and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until hot all the way through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.9, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 43.7, Sodium 1378.3, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 14.9

Tips:

Choose the right type of sausage: For a flavorful soup, use a sausage with a high fat content, such as Italian sausage or chorizo. If you prefer a milder soup, use a leaner sausage, such as turkey or chicken sausage.
Brown the sausage before adding it to the soup: This will help to develop the flavor of the sausage and prevent it from becoming mushy.
Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the soup. Some good choices include potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, and garlic.
Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soften.
Serve the soup with a garnish: A sprinkle of chopped parsley or shredded cheese can add a touch of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Potato sausage soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious potato sausage soup that your family and friends will love.