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Potato and Sausage Chowder

Potato and Sausage Chowder
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Warm up with our delicious Potato and Sausage Chowder, a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, hearty chowder combines savory sausage with tender potatoes, wild rice, and fresh vegetables to create a meal that brings everyone together. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this chowder is not just easy to prepare but also ideal for family gatherings or busy weeknights. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can have a satisfying bowl of warmth ready to enjoy. Gather your loved ones around the table and savor each comforting bite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 400g (6) chicken or turkey sausage
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (sliced)
  • 2 carrots (sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 3 tbsp plain/all purpose flour
  • 1 litre/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 100g/1/2 cup wild rice
  • 3 potatoes (medium, peeled and cut into chunks)
  • 375ml/1 1/2 cups light cream or half-and-half
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Remove the sausage from its casing and add it to the pot, breaking it up as it cooks until golden brown.
  2. Add chopped onion, sliced celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 10 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and thyme; cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well. Gradually add chicken stock while stirring to combine into a roux.
  4. Add bay leaves and wild rice, bring to a simmer, and cook for 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in cubed potatoes and cook for an additional 15 minutes until tender.
  6. Finally, mix in the light cream or half-and-half, season with salt and pepper, and warm through before serving.

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