Description
Warm and comforting, this Sweet Potato Sausage Soup is a delightful blend of creamy sweet potatoes and savory Italian sausage, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up as it browns until fully cooked.
- Once the sausage is browned, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook for about five minutes until softened.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes and sliced carrots. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Add thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about twenty minutes or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh spinach until wilted. Ladle into bowls and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, feel free to incorporate additional vegetables like kale or zucchini. - Adjust spices according to your taste; add red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired. - Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or frozen for three months.