Description
A hearty and comforting soup featuring Cajun sausage, potatoes, and aromatic vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun sausage (spicy or mild)
- 3 large russet or Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or green onions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté the sausage: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add aromatics: Toss in diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate potatoes: Add diced potatoes and stir to combine.
- Pour in broth: Add chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Finish with cream: Stir in heavy cream and season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne to taste.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, stir in fresh herbs, and serve hot.
Notes
This soup can be made vegetarian by omitting the sausage and using vegetable broth. You can also substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cajun soup, sausage soup, potato soup, comfort food, hearty soup