Description
Creamy Potato and Kielbasa Soup is a warm, comforting dish that combines tender potatoes, smoky kielbasa sausage, and a rich creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this hearty soup offers simple preparation with wholesome ingredients, customizable to suit your taste, and is ideal for any season.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups diced Russet potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes)
- 12 oz Polish kielbasa, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional herbs: 1 tsp thyme or 1 tsp smoked paprika
Garnishes
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Slice the kielbasa into thick rounds. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic to have all ingredients ready for cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics and Kielbasa: Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, cooking until translucent and fragrant. Add the kielbasa slices and brown lightly to release smoky flavors.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in enough broth to cover the ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend and Add Cream: For a smooth texture, remove a portion of the soup and blend it, then return it to the pot. Alternatively, mash some potatoes for a chunkier consistency. Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half gently, avoiding boiling to prevent curdling.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and herbs as desired. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve warm.
Notes
- Use Russet potatoes for creaminess or Yukon Golds if you prefer firmer potato pieces.
- Brown the kielbasa lightly to avoid toughness and maintain flavor.
- Add cream off the heat or on low heat to prevent separation or curdling.
- Reserve some broth to thin the soup if it becomes too thick after adding cream.
- Sauté aromatics and sausage first to build deep flavors before adding potatoes and broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Creamy Potato Soup, Kielbasa Soup, Comfort Soup, Hearty Soup, Potato and Sausage Soup
