Description
This hearty Cajun Potato Soup is loaded with tender potatoes, flavorful andouille sausage, and a creamy, cheesy broth with just the right kick of spice. It’s a comforting, soul-warming dish perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave bold Cajun flavors.
Ingredients
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Sausage:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
- 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
Soup Base:
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups (960 g) chicken broth
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- Parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Sausage:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced andouille sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned (about 3–4 minutes).
- Remove sausage and set aside on a plate or bowl.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- To the same pot, add diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook over medium heat until softened (5–8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
- Prepare Soup Base:
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and add cubed potatoes.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Finish the Soup:
- Return the browned sausage to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the soup is heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Adjust Spice: Reduce or omit cayenne pepper for a milder soup, or increase for extra heat.
- Cheese Choices: Swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a different flavor profile.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the soup a day in advance and reheat gently over low heat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg