Description
A creamy and spicy Cajun Potato Soup featuring andouille sausage and a medley of vegetables, perfect for chilly nights and casual dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
- ½ red bell pepper, seeded, diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups (960 g) chicken broth
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled, cubed
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until they are soft and fragrant, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional minute to release the flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a light simmer. Add the cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese. Allow the cheese to melt completely, mixing well to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Remove from heat, ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy your delicious Cajun Potato Soup!
Notes
For a creamier soup, consider blending a portion using an immersion blender. Adjust spices based on your heat preference, and ensure vegetables are sautéed well for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg