Description
Cajun Potato Soup is a delightful blend of creamy goodness and bold flavors, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. This hearty dish features tender potatoes, spicy andouille sausage, and an array of vibrant vegetables, all infused with zesty Cajun spices. The combination of heavy cream and cheddar cheese creates a rich, comforting texture that warms you from the inside out. Whether enjoyed as a main course or paired with crusty bread and a side salad, Cajun Potato Soup is sure to satisfy your cravings for something hearty and delicious. Dive into this unique twist on classic potato soup and experience the warmth of Southern cuisine in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 large onion, diced
- ½ cup diced celery
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add the sliced sausage and sauté until browned.
- Stir in the diced onion, celery, red bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook until softened.
- Add Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne; stir for one minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and add cubed potatoes; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- After about 30 minutes or once potatoes are tender, stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with chopped parsley for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg