Cajun Potato Soup
Cajun Potato Soup is a rich, creamy, and spicy dish loaded with potatoes, Cajun seasoning, and smoky sausage. This soul-warming soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:Peel and dice the potatoes, slice the sausage, and chop the vegetables.
- Cook the Sausage:In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat and sauté the sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:In the same pot, add onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Cook until softened.
- Make the Roux:Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1-2 minutes to create a thick base.
- Simmer the Soup:Pour in chicken broth, add diced potatoes, and stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add Dairy and Sausage:Stir in heavy cream, milk, and cooked sausage. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve:Garnish with shredded cheese and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing Cajun seasoning.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream.