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Creamy and Hearty Kielbasa Potato Soup

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Make this creamy and hearty kielbasa potato soup for a comforting, easy weeknight dinner. It is a simple one-pot meal perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
  • 1/4 cup cold water (if using flour)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until lightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth. Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer.
  4. Cook, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. If you prefer a thicker soup, mix the flour with the cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering soup. Cook for 2 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and the cooked kielbasa. Heat through gently for about 3 minutes; do not let the soup boil after adding the cream.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • If you want a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend about one-third of the soup before adding the cream.
  • Serve this warm and comforting meal with crusty bread for dipping.

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