Name: Tuscan Sausage and Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 16 to 19 ounces ground Italian sausage; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 cups yellow onion (finely diced, about 1 large onion); 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic (about 4 cloves); 2 tablespoons flour; 5 cups chicken broth; 4 cups baby gold potatoes (diced, unpeeled); 1 (15.5-ounce) can navy beans; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (finely diced, plus more for garnish); 2 cups half-and-half; Basil pesto

Description

Tuscan Sausage and Potato Soup is a delightful and hearty dish that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine to your table. This comforting soup combines savory ground Italian sausage with tender potatoes, creamy white beans, and sun-dried tomatoes, all simmered in a rich broth. A swirl of basil pesto adds an extra layer of flavor, making it perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Not only is this soup delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare, requiring just one pot and simple ingredients. Whether you enjoy it as a main course or alongside crusty bread, this soup is sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
16 to 19 ounces ground Italian sausage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 cups yellow onion (finely diced, about 1 large onion)
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
2 tablespoons flour
5 cups chicken broth
4 cups baby gold potatoes (diced, unpeeled)
1 (15.5-ounce) can navy beans
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (finely diced, plus more for garnish)
2 cups half-and-half
Basil pesto

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Instructions

In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil and brown the sausage with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Remove the sausage and set aside.
Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in the same pot until soft. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute before gradually adding chicken broth.
Bring to a boil, then add diced potatoes. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Stir in navy beans and sun-dried tomatoes; simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes before mixing in half-and-half.
Return the sausage to the pot, stir well, and serve hot with a swirl of pesto on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 ½ cups)
Calories: 460
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg