Keto Creamy Sausage & Mushroom Soup

Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Remove excess grease if needed.

For this step: 1 lb pork sausage (Italian or breakfast style)

Add olive oil if the pan is dry, then add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.

For this step: 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed), 1 small onion (finely chopped)

Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

For this step: 3 cloves garlic (minced)

Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes until softened and lightly browned.

For this step: 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

For this step: 2 cups chicken broth

Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth.

For this step: 4 oz cream cheese (cubed)

Stir in heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and thyme.

For this step: ¾ cup heavy cream, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ½ tsp dried thyme

Simmer uncovered for 5–8 minutes until thick and creamy.

Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.