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Potato Kielbasa Soup

A comforting and hearty soup made with beef kielbasa, creamy potatoes, and cheese, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking
  • 1 pound beef kielbasa, cut into ½ inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup carrots, peeled and finely diced (2 large carrots)
  • ½ cup celery (2-3 stalks), finely sliced
  • 4 cups chicken stock Homemade is preferred for extra flavor
  • 1½ pounds potatoes, cut into cubes Fresh potatoes recommended
Cream and Cheese
  • 2 cups heavy cream or whole milk Whole milk maintains richness
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to substitute other cheese blends
  • ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley For garnish and flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the beef kielbasa and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
Cooking
  1. Pour in chicken stock and add potatoes. Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
  2. Stir in heavy cream and cheeses; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Simmer for a few minutes until heated through and cheeses are melted.
  4. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or frozen for longer storage. For extra flavor, use homemade chicken stock. Mash some potatoes for a thicker soup if desired. Try adding your favorite vegetables like spinach or corn for added nutrition.