Description
A comforting and hearty chowder made with tender potatoes, savory sausage, and a creamy base, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sausage (Italian or smoked kielbasa)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced
- 1 sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Sauté the sausage in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and mix well with the sausage mixture.
- Pour in the broth, ensuring the potatoes are submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it thicken for 5-10 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chowder, soup, creamy, potato, sausage, comfort food