Description
A comforting and flavorful soup with spicy Cajun sausage, earthy potatoes, and aromatic vegetables, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spicy Cajun sausage
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (or coconut milk for a dairy-free option)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Dice the sausage into bite-sized pieces, and chop the potatoes, onions, bell peppers, and celery.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned. Remove and set aside, retaining some drippings in the pot.
- Add onions, bell peppers, and celery, sautéing until softened. Stir in garlic for about a minute until fragrant.
- Return the sausage to the pot, add diced potatoes, and pour in the broth. Season with paprika, cayenne, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Stir occasionally and adjust broth as necessary.
- Stir in cream or milk, allowing it to meld into the soup for a few more minutes.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with crusty bread or salad.
Notes
For a smokier flavor, try andouille sausage. You can substitute potatoes with cauliflower or sweet potatoes for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: soup, Cajun, spicy, comfort food, family recipe