Description
Tuscan Sausage and Potato Soup is a warm, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines savory Italian sausage with tender potatoes, creamy white beans, and sun-dried tomatoes in a rich broth. A swirl of basil pesto adds a delightful finishing touch, elevating the flavors to new heights. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Enjoy the deliciously rich taste of this classic Italian comfort food that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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, 1 large onion)
- 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic (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
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground Italian sausage seasoned with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until browned.
- Remove the sausage using a slotted spoon, then sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the same pot for 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in flour and gradually add chicken broth; bring to a boil before adding diced potatoes.
- Reduce heat, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Stir in navy beans and sun-dried tomatoes; simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Mix in half-and-half and return the sausage to the pot. Serve hot with optional basil pesto.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg