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Hearty Creamy Kielbasa Potato Soup for Cozy Evenings

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Make this hearty and creamy kielbasa potato soup, the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days. This easy, one-pot recipe features smoky sausage and tender potatoes in a rich broth, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 medium potatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for thickening)

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 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving any 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 heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. If you desire a thicker soup, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly.
  5. Stir the milk mixture (or just the milk if skipping the roux) into the soup pot. Stir in the cooked kielbasa. Heat through for 2 to 3 minutes. Do not boil after adding milk.
  6. If using, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and the soup is creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot. This soup is excellent with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

  • For a thicker, richer base, mash about one cup of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot before adding the milk.
  • If you skip the optional cheese and flour/butter, you still have a delicious, savory sausage and potato stew.
  • Use smoked sausage or Polish sausage interchangeably for flavor variation.

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