Sausage And Sweet Potato Soup
This hearty sausage and sweet potato soup is a cozy meal perfect for chilly days, packed with flavor and warmth.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage turkey, pork, or chicken
- 3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large onion chopped
- Handful of baby spinach or kale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large pot over medium heat, even if it's pre-cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until softened.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and broth; bring to a simmer.
- Cook until the sweet potatoes are tender but not mushy, about 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in spinach or kale just before serving. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Notes
For a flavorful twist, add a squeeze of lemon before serving. This soup improves in flavor if made ahead of time and is also freezer-friendly.