Description
Hearty Cajun Potato Soup with Andouille Sausage is a warm, comforting, and flavorful dish blending creamy potatoes with smoky and spicy Andouille sausage, enriched by authentic Cajun seasonings. Perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave a cozy, bold soup that is easy to make and customizable to your preferred spice level.
Ingredients
- 4 cups diced starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 8 oz Andouille sausage, sliced thin
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (paprika, cayenne, oregano, thyme blend)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables and Sausage: Peel and dice potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Finely chop onions, celery, and bell peppers to form the Cajun ‘holy trinity.’ Slice Andouille sausage into thin rounds for even browning.
- Sauté the Vegetables and Sausage: In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and bell peppers and cook until soft and fragrant. Add the Andouille sausage slices and cook until browned and smoky oils are released.
- Add Garlic and Cajun Seasoning: Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning blend. Toast the spices for about one minute to awaken their aromas and build the soup’s characteristic flavor.
- Incorporate Potatoes and Broth: Add diced potatoes to the pot, pour in chicken broth, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender, allowing flavors to meld.
- Blend and Add Cream: Use an immersion blender to lightly puree a portion of the soup, leaving some chunks for texture. Stir in heavy cream or milk to add richness and balance the spices. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Final Simmer and Serve: Let the soup simmer a few more minutes to blend flavors completely. Serve hot, garnished as desired.
Notes
- Use Fresh Sausage: Fresh Andouille sausage provides the best smoky flavor.
- Don’t Overblend: Leave some potato chunks for texture, avoiding fully pureeing the soup.
- Adjust Spice Gradually: Add Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper slowly to reach your preferred heat level.
- Simmer Low and Slow: Helps develop deeper flavors and tender potatoes without breaking them down excessively.
- Prep Ahead: Chop vegetables ahead of time to save cooking time on busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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