Name: Cajun Potato Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds; 1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup); ½ cup diced celery (about 1 rib); ½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; parsley, chopped for garnish; 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 cups (960 g) chicken broth; ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream; 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

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Introduction

Cajun Potato Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender potatoes with spicy sausage and classic Cajun spices. This creamy soup is perfect for warming up on cool evenings and is easy to make with simple ingredients.

A deep blue pot filled with creamy orange soup that has slices of browned sausage and chunks of soft yellow potato floating in it, sprinkled lightly with small green herbs. The texture of the soup looks rich and smooth with visible bits of onion and red pepper scattered inside. Around the pot, there is a white marbled surface with a bunch of fresh green herbs on the left, a wooden bowl of shredded yellow cheese near the top, and a wooden bowl of chopped green herbs at the bottom right. In the upper right corner, a white plate holds a folded light brown tortilla, all arranged neatly. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
½ cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups (960 g) chicken broth
4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
Parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
Step 2: In the same pot, add the diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Step 3: Add the Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, and cubed potatoes to the pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 4: Return the browned sausage to the pot. Stir in the heavy whipping cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes, until heated through and the cheese is melted.
Step 5: Serve the soup warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce.
Substitute andouille sausage with smoked sausage or kielbasa if preferred.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter soup.
For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding the cream and cheese.

Storage

Store leftover Cajun Potato Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. You may want to add a splash of broth or cream when reheating to restore the soup’s creamy texture.

How to Serve

Two bowls of creamy potato and sausage soup sit on a white marbled surface, filled with thick, yellowish broth. The soup contains chunky potato pieces in a pale yellow color, sliced sausage pieces that are reddish brown with browned edges, and bits of red pepper and onion, all sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs. One bowl has a silver spoon inside. Near the bowls, a torn piece of crusty white bread and a whole round loaf sit on a wooden plate. There are some fresh green herbs scattered around as decoration. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this soup vegetarian?

You can make a vegetarian version by omitting the sausage and using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Consider adding smoked paprika or smoked tofu for a similar smoky flavor.

Can I freeze Cajun Potato Soup?

While you can freeze this soup, the potatoes may become slightly grainy after thawing. To maintain the best texture, freeze without the cream and cheese, and add them fresh when reheating.