Description
Hearty Potato and Beef Sausage Chowder is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy dish features tender potatoes, juicy beef sausage, and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich broth. Each spoonful offers warmth and satisfaction, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and deliciously filling, this chowder will quickly become your favorite go-to recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
- 1 lb beef sausage, sliced or crumbled
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add beef sausage and diced potatoes to the pot; stir to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth until ingredients are fully covered. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg