Description
A creamy, bold, and hearty Cajun-inspired potato soup loaded with savory sausage and warming spices. Perfect for cozy dinners and comforting family meals.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) beef or turkey smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups (600 g) russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown the sausage slices for 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery for 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
Pour in chicken broth and add diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Lightly mash some of the potatoes to thicken the soup. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese.
Return sausage to the pot and simmer 5 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
For a thicker soup, mash additional potatoes or blend a portion of the soup and return it to the pot. Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes