Description
A rich and hearty soup that marries Spicy Cajun sausage with creamy potatoes and aromatic vegetables, perfect for warm gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spicy sausage (Andouille or smoked)
- 2 large Russet potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large pot over medium heat for 5–7 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper; cook until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and Cajun seasoning.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Ladle into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or carrots. For a lighter option, use turkey sausage or omit the sausage altogether.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: soup, Cajun, comfort food, potato soup