Sausage & Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This Sausage & Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a hearty one-pot dinner loaded with Italian sausage, tender potatoes, broccoli, carrots, and sharp cheddar in a rich and creamy broth. It’s easy, comforting, and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- box grater for cheese & broccoli
- soup spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 lb mild Italian sausage casings removed if using links
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 large carrots diced or grated
- 1 large broccoli crown grated or finely chopped
- 1 lb baby red or yellow potatoes diced
- 2-3 garlic cloves chopped
- 5 cups beef bone broth or 6 cups for a more brothy soup
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1-2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the oil and sausage, breaking the sausage into small pieces as it cooks. Once browned and cooked through, remove from the pot and set aside.
- Add the onion, carrots, and potatoes to the same pot. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Add the red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, broth, heavy cream, and cooked sausage. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the broccoli and 1 cup of cheddar. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring until the broccoli is tender and the cheese has melted. Add additional cheddar as desired for a thicker, cheesier soup.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Serve warm with crusty bread, if desired.
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