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Cheesy Beef and Potato Soup with Italian Sausage

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A comforting and hearty soup combining ground beef, Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese for a creamy, flavorful meal perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1/2 pound Italian sausage, casing removed and crumbled (sweet or spicy)
  • 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces), sharp or mild
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (4 fluid ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • A handful of fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook about 5 minutes, breaking apart until no longer pink. Remove with slotted spoon to a bowl.
  2. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to pot, then add Italian sausage. Cook about 5 minutes until browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add chopped onion to pot and cook 4-5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add minced garlic and dried Italian seasoning, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add diced potatoes and pour in chicken broth. Scrape bottom of pot to lift browned bits. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Return browned beef and sausage to pot. Stir well and heat through for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted smoothly. Pour in heavy cream and stir until fully incorporated. Add broth or water if soup is too thick.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Just before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.

Notes

Brown the beef and sausage separately for richer flavor. Add cheese gradually on low heat to avoid curdling. Uniform 1/2-inch potato cubes cook evenly. Mash some potatoes against pot sides for thicker soup. Use low sodium broth to control salt. For gluten-free, ensure broth and sausage are gluten-free. Substitute mozzarella for milder cheese or add smoked paprika for extra flavor. Can add fresh corn in summer or fresh spinach before serving.

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Keywords: cheesy beef soup, potato soup, Italian sausage soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, hearty soup, weeknight dinner

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