Description
A hearty and comforting soup made with smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes, and savory vegetables in a creamy broth.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb kielbasa, sliced
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add kielbasa and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux (optional for thickening).
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in potatoes and thyme. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Return the kielbasa to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use smoked kielbasa for deeper flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for heavy cream.
- Top with shredded cheese or chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg