Potato Zuppa Recipe

Name: Potato Zuppa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Mild Italian Sausage, Ground; 3 stalks Celery, Thinly Sliced In Half-moons; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 1 Tablespoon Flour; 5 cups Water; 3 cups Redskin Potatoes, Halved And Thinly Sliced; 6 whole Green Onions, Sliced Most Of The Way Up; 1-1/2 Tablespoon Better Than Bouillon - Chicken; 1 teaspoon Fennel Seed; 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; Freshly Ground Pepper, to taste; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream

Servings: persons

1 pound Mild Italian Sausage, Ground
3 stalks Celery, Thinly Sliced In Half-moons
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 Tablespoon Flour
5 cups Water
3 cups Redskin Potatoes, Halved And Thinly Sliced
6 whole Green Onions, Sliced Most Of The Way Up
1-1/2 Tablespoon Better Than Bouillon - Chicken
1 teaspoon Fennel Seed
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil
1/2 teaspoons Salt
Freshly Ground Pepper, to taste
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream

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1. Place sausage and celery in a large soup pot and cook over medium heat to brown the meat.
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2. Drain grease and stir in olive oil, butter and flour.
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3. Slowly stir in the water, bringing to a boil.
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4. Add potatoes, green onions, bouillon and seasonings (except for the garlic) and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until potatoes are soft, but not starchy and overcooked. After the first 5 minutes of cooking, toss in the garlic. (Waiting like this will result in a stronger, snappier garlic flavor).
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5. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy whipping cream.
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Note: if you prefer, you can substitute the water and Better than Bouillon for chicken broth.

533

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Mild Italian Sausage, Ground, 3 stalks Celery, Thinly Sliced In Half-moons, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 Tablespoon Butter, and more.

Yes, Potato Zuppa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Potato Zuppa

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