Sausage Gravy Soup with Creamy Cauliflower and Sage
A comforting bowl of sausage gravy soup made with ground pork, creamy cauliflower, and fragrant sage, perfect for a cozy meal. This american-inspired whole30 (whole30) ready in about 40 minutes pairs pound ground pork sausage, cauliflower florets, medium yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 pound ground pork sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, for 6-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot, sauté for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 4 cups cauliflower florets and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves; cook for 2 minutes to release sage aroma.
- Step 4: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Step 5: Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until creamy but still slightly textured. Stir in 1/2 cup coconut cream, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Heat through for 3 more minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sausage Gravy Soup with Creamy Cauliflower and Sage take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sausage Gravy Soup with Creamy Cauliflower and Sage?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pound ground pork sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sausage Gravy Soup with Creamy Cauliflower and Sage?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sausage Gravy Soup with Creamy Cauliflower and Sage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sausage Gravy Soup with Creamy Cauliflower and Sage whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
