Description
A rich and creamy Cajun Potato Soup that bursts with flavors from spices, tender potatoes, and fresh vegetables, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice blend (paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, dried thyme)
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic, sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add Spices: Stir in the Cajun spice blend, and cook for an additional minute.
- Incorporate Potatoes and Broth: Add diced potatoes and broth, bringing to a gentle simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Creamy Consistency: Partially mash the potatoes with a potato masher for a creamy texture.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in cream, add lemon juice if desired, and adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions or parsley, and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
For a lighter version, use unsweetened almond milk and add chorizo for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cajun, potato soup, comfort food, creamy soup, Southern cuisine