Description
Hearty Polish Kielbasa Potato Soup blends smoky sausage with creamy potatoes in a comforting winter classic. Rich flavors and simple ingredients make this soup a satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) kielbasa sausage, sliced
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sear sliced kielbasa in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes at 350°F. Transfer browned sausage to a separate plate.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onions, carrots, and celery until vegetables become translucent and soft, stirring occasionally.
- Introduce minced garlic and smoked paprika, allowing aromatics to bloom for 1-2 minutes while releasing their intense flavors.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth, bringing liquid to a vigorous boil before reducing heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes reach a tender consistency.
- Partially mash potatoes using a potato masher to create a thicker, more robust soup texture, leaving some chunks for varied mouthfeel.
- Reintroduce browned kielbasa and pour in heavy cream, allowing the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors and warm ingredients thoroughly.
- Calibrate seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Serve hot, garnishing each bowl with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of smoked paprika, adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk to reduce calories and fat content.
- Maximize flavor by using homemade chicken broth or a high-quality low-sodium store-bought version, which enhances the soup’s overall taste profile.
- Transform this into a gluten-free dish by ensuring all ingredients, especially broth and kielbasa, are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10-12 minutes
- Cook Time: 26-32 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 438 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 970 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg