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Potato and Sausage Chowder

Hearty Potato and Sausage Chowder for Cozy Nights

This Potato and Sausage Chowder is ultimate comfort food for chilly nights, melding hearty potatoes and savory sausage into a rich, velvety bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use this cooking fat for sautéing; butter adds a richer flavor if preferred.
  • 400 g Sausages Choose pork, chicken, or smoked sausage.
  • 1 Onion Chopped.
  • 2 stalks Celery Sliced.
  • 2 Carrots Sliced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can elevate the taste.
For Thickening
  • 3 tbsp Plain/All-Purpose Flour Substitute with corn flour for a gluten-free option.
For the Liquid
  • 1 liter Chicken or Vegetable Stock Homemade is best.
  • 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
For the Special Touch
  • 100 g Wild Rice Can substitute with brown rice or pearl barley.
  • 3 Potatoes Peeled and cut into chunks.
  • 375 ml Single/Light Cream or Half and Half Opt for plant-based cream if dairy-free.
  • Salt and Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Cook the sausage in bite-sized pieces for 5-7 minutes until browned, then set aside.
    Potato and Sausage Chowder
  2. Sauté chopped onion, celery, and carrots for 10 minutes until tender. Add minced garlic and dried thyme, and cook for another 30 seconds.
    Potato and Sausage Chowder
  3. Mix in 3 tablespoons of flour, cooking for 2 minutes to form a roux.
    Potato and Sausage Chowder
  4. Gradually add 4 cups of stock, bay leaves, and wild rice. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
    Potato and Sausage Chowder
  5. Add chopped potatoes and simmer for an additional 15 minutes until tender and creamy.
    Potato and Sausage Chowder
  6. Stir in 1 ½ cups of cream and season with salt and pepper. Let sit before serving.
    Potato and Sausage Chowder

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pairs beautifully with crusty bread. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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