Description
A rich and creamy Cajun potato soup that warms your soul with robust flavors and tender potatoes, perfect for cozy nights.
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 and 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 and cubed
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the sliced andouille sausage and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.
- Add the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir well and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed russet potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 15–20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Use a potato masher to lightly mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture while keeping some chunks intact.
- Stir in the heavy whipping cream and shredded mild cheddar cheese until the cheese melts and blends into the soup.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg