Italian Sausage Chowder

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12

Creamy and hearty Italian Sausage Chowder recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

536

Sugar

Fat

42g

Italian Sausage Chowder is a warm and comforting soup that is perfect for a chilly day. Filled with delicious chunks of Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and fresh spinach, this chowder is both hearty and flavorful. The addition of heavy cream gives the soup a creamy texture, while the spinach adds a nutritious boost to the meal. This recipe is easy to make and can be enjoyed as an appetizer or as a main course paired with a salad or crusty bread.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
2.	Once the sausage is fully cooked, remove it from the pot and set aside.
3.	In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
4.	Add the chicken broth and potatoes to the pot and bring to a simmer, cooking until the potatoes are tender.
5.	Add the sausage and spinach to the pot, cooking until the spinach is wilted.
6.	Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This hearty chowder is filled with flavorful Italian sausage and tender potatoes.

The addition of fresh spinach adds a nutritious boost to the meal.

CONS

The heavy cream in this recipe makes it higher in calories and fat.

Those who are lactose intolerant or prefer dairy-free options may need to adjust the recipe accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a great source of vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, and vitamin K.
It is also high in antioxidants, which help to fight inflammation in the body.
Italian sausage is a good source of protein, but should be consumed in moderation due to its high fat content.

	4 hot Italian sausage links , casings removed
	1 large onion , chopped
	6 cups chicken broth
	3 baking potatoes , diced
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	2 cups fresh Baby Spinach
	1 cup heavy cream
	salt & freshly ground black pepper , to taste