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Best Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe

Best Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe
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4.9 from 21 reviews

This Best Kielbasa Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Loaded with flavorful kielbasa sausage, tender potatoes, aromatic vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese, this soup combines creamy and savory elements in a warming bowl of goodness that’s easy to prepare and satisfying for the whole family.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 300 g (about 10.5 oz) kielbasa sausage, sliced into small pieces
  • 300 ml (around 1 1/4 cups) whole milk
  • 100 g (roughly 3.5 oz) cheddar cheese, shredded

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 750 g (approximately 1.5 lb) potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 30 g (about 1/2 cup) fresh parsley, coarsely chopped

Spices and Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, as desired

Liquids

  • 1.25 liters (5 cups) chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Cook the Kielbasa: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and fry for 4-5 minutes until slightly crispy. Remove the sausage using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the leftover oil. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Cook the Potatoes: Add diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Temper the Soup and Add Kielbasa: Ladle some hot soup into a bowl and mix with the whole milk to temper it, preventing curdling. Slowly pour this mixture back into the pot. Return the cooked kielbasa to the soup.
  5. Incorporate Cheese and Season: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese continuously until fully melted. Let the soup simmer gently for 2-3 more minutes to thicken. Add fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the Soup: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Optionally, garnish with additional grated cheddar cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy the hearty, flavorful soup.

Notes

  • You can substitute kielbasa with any smoked sausage for a slightly different flavor.
  • For a creamier texture, you can blend part of the soup before adding cheese.
  • If you prefer, use low-fat milk instead of whole milk for a lighter version.
  • Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.

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