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Sausage Potato Soup

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This comforting sausage potato soup features smoked kielbasa, tender potatoes, and a lightly creamy broth, making it perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb kielbasa, sliced Smoked kielbasa gives the best flavor; regular smoked or unsmoked both work.
  • 4-5 medium potatoes potatoes, peeled and diced Use a mix of russet and Yukon gold for better texture.
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup milk Substitute half-and-half for a richer soup.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • as needed Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high. Add the sliced kielbasa and brown for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until edges are caramelized. Remove and set aside, leaving the rendered fat.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken broth. Scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes depending on the size of the dice.
  5. Return the browned kielbasa to the pot. Stir in the milk (or half-and-half) and warm through for 2–3 minutes without boiling to prevent curdling.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a creamier soup, mash a few potato chunks against the pot and stir. For a lower-fat version, use skim milk and remove visible fat from the kielbasa after browning. Can be enjoyed with crusty bread or a salad.
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