Description
A comforting and hearty Cajun Potato Soup with sausage, perfect for sharing with loved ones on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Andouille sausage (or smoked/turkey sausage)
- 2 large Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or evaporated/almond milk)
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (or your blend of paprika, cayenne, thyme, oregano)
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add sausage slices and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in chopped potatoes, carrots, and celery, cooking for a few minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.
- Pour in the broth, covering the vegetables. Season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer.
- Simmer for 20-30 minutes until potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Once soft, stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning. Garnish with green onions and serve warm.
Notes
This soup allows for substitutions based on available ingredients. Feel free to experiment with different types of sausage or add in mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cajun soup, potato soup, sausage recipe, comfort food, family recipe