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Best Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe

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A hearty and comforting Kielbasa Potato Soup featuring crispy kielbasa sausage, tender potatoes, vibrant vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese, simmered together in a flavorful chicken broth and finished with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

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Sausage and Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 300 g (about 10.5 oz) kielbasa sausage, sliced into small pieces

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Soup Base

  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 750 g (approximately 1.5 lb) potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1.25 liters (5 cups) chicken broth
  • 300 ml (around 1 1/4 cups) whole milk

Finishing Touches

  • 100 g (roughly 3.5 oz) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 30 g (about 1/2 cup) fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
  • Salt and pepper, as desired

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 with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot with leftover oil, add chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute until aromatic.
  3. Cook the Potatoes: Add diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. 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 milk to temper it, preventing curdling. Pour this milk mixture back into the pot, then return the cooked kielbasa to the soup.
  5. Incorporate Cheese and Season: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted. Simmer gently for 2-3 more minutes to thicken. Add chopped fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the Soup: Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, sprinkle extra cheddar cheese on top for more flavor. Enjoy your hearty kielbasa potato soup!

Notes

  • You can substitute whole milk with half-and-half or heavy cream for a richer soup.
  • For a spicier kick, increase the crushed red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Use smoked kielbasa for more smoky depth in flavor.
  • For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cheese and milk alternatives.
  • The soup can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

Keywords: kielbasa potato soup, sausage soup, hearty soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, cheddar cheese soup

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