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Italian sausage is the star ingredient in this soup, lending its distinctive flavor to each spoonful. When selecting sausage, you have a couple of options: spicy or mild. Spicy Italian sausage offers a robust kick that can elevate the overall taste of the soup, while mild sausage provides a more subtle flavor that allows the other ingredients to shine. Depending on your preference, you can choose either type to create a dish that suits your palate.

Sausage Potato & Cabbage Soup Recipe

Warm up this chilly season with a bowl of Comforting Sausage Potato & Cabbage Soup. This hearty recipe features flavorful Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and fresh cabbage, creating a deliciously satisfying dish. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, it packs a nutritional punch with fiber and vitamins. Perfect for cozy nights in, this soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen, bringing comfort and joy with every spoonful. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
  

1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild, based on preference)

4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Russet)

1 small head of green cabbage, chopped

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

1 cup carrots, sliced

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon black pepper

Salt to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the sausage and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.

    In the same pot, add the diced onion and sliced carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.

      Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

        Add the diced potatoes, chopped cabbage, chicken broth, thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine.

          Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.

            Return the browned sausage to the pot, stir to combine, and let everything heat through for another 5 minutes.

              Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

                Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color and flavor!

                  Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 45 mins | Servings: 6-8