Description
Warm up your dinner routine with this delightful Cajun Potato Soup! This creamy, hearty dish blends rich flavors and comforting ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With a zesty kick from Cajun seasoning and a luscious texture from heavy cream and cheese, this soup is sure to become a favorite at your table. Plus, it’s easy to make in just a few steps! Enjoy it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) turkey sausage or plant-based 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 and 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 and cubed
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat vegetable oil and sauté sliced turkey sausage until browned. Add diced onion, celery, red bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook until soft.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and add cubed potatoes. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy whipping cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg