Description
This Cajun Potato Soup is a bold and comforting dish packed with smoky andouille sausage, tender potatoes, and a rich, creamy broth infused with Cajun spices. It delivers the perfect balance of spice, heartiness, and warmth in every spoonful. Whether you’re craving a cozy meal for a cold night or looking for an easy one-pot dinner, this soup is guaranteed to satisfy!
Ingredients
For the Sausage:
- Vegetable oil – 1 tablespoon
- Andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds – 13.5 ounces
For the Vegetables:
- Large onion, diced – 1 cup
- Celery, diced – ½ cup
- Red bell pepper, seeded and diced – ½ cup
- Garlic, minced – 2 teaspoons
For the Soup Base:
- Cajun seasoning – 1 teaspoon
- Kosher salt – ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Paprika – ½ teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper – ¼ teaspoon
- Chicken broth – 4 cups
- Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed – 4 large
- Heavy whipping cream – ½ cup
- Mild cheddar cheese, shredded – 1 cup
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the Sausage:
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned, approximately 3–4 minutes.
- Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper.
- Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5–8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Build the Soup Base:
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed russet potatoes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Let the soup simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Finish the Soup:
- Return the browned sausage to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy whipping cream and shredded mild cheddar cheese.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve warm, accompanied by fresh bread if desired.
Notes
- For Extra Heat: Add more cayenne or a splash of hot sauce.
- Make it Dairy-Free: Use coconut milk instead of cream and omit cheese.
- Thicker Soup: Mash some of the potatoes before serving for a thicker consistency.
- Storage Tips: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze without the cream and cheese for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Cajun