Kielbasa Potato Soup
This hearty Kielbasa Potato Soup is packed with smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and flavorful broth. It’s a comforting and easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for a chilly day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add kielbasa sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from the pot and set aside.
- Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, add thyme, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Return kielbasa to the pot.
- Stir in milk or half-and-half. Heat through, but do not boil.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk. You can also add other vegetables like carrots or celery.
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