Description
A warm and comforting Cajun Potato Soup with a creamy texture and zesty spices, perfect for family gatherings and chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced potatoes (Russets or Yukon Gold)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- Cajun seasoning, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sliced green onions and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add diced onion, minced garlic, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes and stir to combine.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
- If desired, use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup for a creamier texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with green onions and parsley. Optionally, add a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the potatoes to keep them intact. Enjoy with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cajun, Potato Soup, Comfort Food, Family Recipe, Hearty