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Hearty & Creamy Kielbasa Potato Soup for Cozy Nights

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Make this hearty kielbasa potato soup for a satisfying, easy weeknight dinner. This recipe combines smoky sausage and tender potatoes in a rich, creamy broth, delivering comfort in a bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese (optional, for extra richness)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the diced potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cold water until smooth to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering soup. Continue to stir until the soup thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and the cooked kielbasa. Heat through gently, but do not allow the soup to boil once the cream is added.
  6. If using, stir in the white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash about one cup of the potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
  • You can substitute smoked sausage for kielbasa if needed for this savory kielbasa recipe.
  • This soup freezes well if you omit the heavy cream and cheese; add them back in after reheating the broth and potatoes.

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