1-Let’s dive into making this comforting sausage potato soup with a straightforward approach. Begin by prepping all ingredients dice potatoes, chop onions, and mince garlic to speed up cooking and keep things organized in your kitchen. This step ensures you can focus on the fun part without any last-minute rushes, making it ideal for busy parents or working professionals.

2-In a large pot, heat the sausage over medium heat, crumbling it until fully cooked, which takes about 10-12 minutes. Set aside the sausage and reserve 1 tablespoon of drippings, as this adds depth to the soup’s flavor. For more easy soup recipes on our site, check out how to adapt this method for other meals.

3-Next, in the same pot, add the reserved drippings and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery, and carrots for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute to build a fragrant base. Add flour Mostly and cook for 2 minutes before gradually stirring in chicken broth, scraping the pot bottom to incorporate all the tasty bits.

4-Now, add heavy cream, hot sauce, soy sauce, and seasonings; bring to a boil and then simmer for a bit. Add peeled and cubed potatoes and cook uncovered until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Finally, return the sausage to the pot, stir, reduce heat to low, add cheddar cheese if using, and serve hot. For a slower option, try the Crock Pot method: cook and crumble sausage in a skillet, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic halfway through, then transfer to the Crock Pot with remaining ingredients except heavy cream and cheese. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours, stir in heavy cream, add cheese, and serve.