Description

Potato and Sausage Chowder is the ultimate comfort food, delivering warmth and flavor in every spoonful. This creamy chowder features tender potatoes and savory sausage, creating a hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Easy to make and delightful to savor, it truly embodies the essence of home-cooked love.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
1 lb smoked sausage (sliced)
1 medium onion (diced)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
2 medium carrots (sliced)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep your ingredients by washing and dicing the potatoes, onion, celery, and carrots.
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions, celery, and carrots until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned.
Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Stir in heavy cream, thyme, and bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups or 360g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute turkey sausage. Boost nutrition by adding chopped kale or spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.