Description
This Olive Garden Soup Recipe Made Easy for Beginners is a heartwarming dish that combines rich flavors and comforting ingredients, perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. With a blend of Italian sausage, fresh greens, and creamy broth, this soup captures the essence of restaurant favorites while being incredibly easy to prepare. In just under an hour, you can enjoy a homemade meal that warms both the body and soul. Whether served as a main course or paired with crusty bread, this recipe is sure to delight everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 small potatoes, sliced thin
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until softened.
- Add sliced potatoes, chicken broth, water, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Mix in chopped greens and simmer for another few minutes until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg