Description
A hearty and flavorful soup with spicy sausage, creamy potatoes, and a blend of Cajun spices, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb andouille or spicy Italian sausage
- 3 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions, celery, and bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Slice the sausage and add it to the pot, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and bay leaves, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove bay leaves, stir in heavy cream or milk, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve with fresh herbs or green onions if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute sausage with turkey or add chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: soup, Cajun, sausage, potatoes, comfort food, hearty