Description
Enjoy a bowl of this hearty Cajun Potato Soup, a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for any night of the week. This recipe is designed to be easy for beginners, making it a fun and stress-free cooking experience.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) halal beef 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, 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, cubed
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- To a large pot add the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
- To the same pot over medium heat, add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5-8 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, and potatoes to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Return the sausage to the pot. Add heavy cream and shredded cheese. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until everything is heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier soup, add more cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute smoked sausage for the beef sausage.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun