Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe
Cozy up with this Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe made with smoky sausage, creamy potatoes, garlic, and herbs. Easy, hearty, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Large heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
- Potato
Ingredients
- 300 g kielbasa sausage sliced into rounds
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup carrots diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the sliced kielbasa. Cook until slightly browned and fragrant, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute until aromatic.
- Stir in the diced carrots and potatoes, mixing everything well.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Add the cooked kielbasa back into the pot.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream, allowing the soup to heat through without boiling.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Optional: Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.