Potato and Sausage Chowder
A warm, hearty chowder featuring tender potatoes, savory sausage, and fresh vegetables, perfect for family dinners and cozy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 400 g chicken or turkey sausages, casings removed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 3 tbsp plain all-purpose flour
- 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock
- 100 g wild rice
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 375 ml single cream or half-and-half
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sausages and cook until browned, breaking them apart as they cook.
- Stir in the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir well to combine.
- Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable stock while stirring.
- Toss in the bay leaves and wild rice, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and add the potatoes. Simmer until the potatoes and rice are tender, roughly 25 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaves, then stir in the cream. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve in deep bowls for a comforting look. Pair with crusty bread for dipping. This chowder is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends.