Description
Cozy Sausage Potato Soup is a warm, creamy one-pot favorite blending halal turkey sausage with tender potatoes, a rich savory broth, and a hint of cheddar for comfort food perfection. Sautéed onion and garlic with paprika and thyme deepen the flavor, while the recipe stays approachable for busy weeknights. This hearty soup reheats beautifully, makes great leftovers, and freezes well for easy meal prep and cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb halal turkey sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 5 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or light cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for topping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add turkey sausage and cook until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, paprika, thyme, pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in cooked sausage, milk or cream, and cheddar cheese.
- Simmer 5 more minutes until creamy and heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm with parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
- Adjust salt to taste at the end, especially if using salted broth.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond milk and dairy-free cheese, and omit the cheddar.
- Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving to thicken slightly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions for a fresh finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per serving
- Sugar: About 5 g
- Sodium: Approximately 800 mg per serving
- Fat: Approximately 20 g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 22 g
- Fiber: Approximately 2 g
- Protein: Approximately 14 g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 60 mg
Keywords: Cozy Sausage Potato Soup, Creamy Potato Soup, One-Pot Soup, Halal Sausage, Weeknight Dinner, Comfort Food, Cheddar Cheese Soup, Potato and Sausage Soup, Easy Creamy Soup, Family Dinner