Potato Soup with Sausage

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb hot bulk Italian sausage
• 1 leek (, chopped, can also use shallots or onions)
• 1 cup carrots (chopped)
• 1/2 cup mushrooms (chopped)
• 2 ribs celery ((1 cup chopped) )
• 1/2 cup dry sherry
• 3 large russet potatoes ((about 2 pounds))
• 4 cup chicken stock
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Mix
• salt
• black pepper
• 2 tbsp chives (chopped) (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large heavy pot over medium heat, cook the sausage until no pink remains, breaking the pieces up with the back of the spoon.

2. 2

   Add the leeks, carrot, celery, and mushrooms, and cook for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Deglaze the hot pot by adding the sherry to the pot and scraping up any browned bits. Add the potatoes and chicken broth to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

4. 4

   Serve hot with fresh chives, if you wish.