Description
A hearty kielbasa potato soup that warms the soul with its rich flavors and comforting texture, perfect for family gatherings during colder months.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 oz (340 g) kielbasa sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium potatoes (about 1½ lbs / 680 g), peeled and diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 5 cups (1.2 L) chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced kielbasa and sauté for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes, smoked paprika, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat vegetables with spices.
- Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–18 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Return the sausage to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 3–4 more minutes. Remove bay leaf.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
For a thicker soup, mash a few potato pieces against the pot’s side. Adjust seasoning to taste, and feel free to add herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: kielbasa, potato soup, comfort food, hearty soup, family recipe
