Description
Kielbasa Potato Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines savory kielbasa sausage, creamy potatoes, and rich cheeses into one delicious bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup is not only easy to make but also delivers a satisfying meal everyone will love. With its blend of flavors and creamy texture, it’s a quick solution for lunch or dinner, ready in just under an hour. You can enjoy it on its own or pair it with crusty bread for dipping. This delightful recipe brings warmth and comfort, making it an instant favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound kielbasa (cut into ½ inch pieces)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ cup yellow onion (finely diced)
- ½ cup carrots (peeled and finely diced)
- ½ cup celery (finely sliced)
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 ½ pounds potatoes (cut into cubes)
- 2 cups heavy cream (or whole milk)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa and cook for about 5-6 minutes until browned. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- In the same pot, sauté garlic, onions, carrots, and celery for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken stock and add cubed potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the cooked kielbasa, heavy cream (or milk), cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook on low heat for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheeses melt.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups or 360g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg