Ingredients
- 1 lb ground sausage (mild or spicy, as preferred)
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cook Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving some drippings in the pot.
Sauté Vegetables: Add butter to the pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, and smoked paprika, and cook for another minute.
Add Potatoes and Broth: Add diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
Make It Creamy: In a small bowl, whisk flour with a few tablespoons of heavy cream until smooth. Stir this mixture into the pot, followed by the remaining cream. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Return Sausage: Stir the cooked sausage back into the chowder. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty Potato and Sausage Chowder! Packed with tender potatoes, flavorful sausage, and a creamy broth, it’s the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Perfect for family dinners or a warm lunch. Enjoy!
