Name: Spicy Cajun Potato Soup: Creamy Comfort for Cozy Nights Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 13.5 ounces Andouille Sausage (sliced); 1 large Onion (diced, about 1 cup); 0.5 cups Celery (one rib, diced); 0.5 pieces Red Bell Pepper (seeded and diced); 2 teaspoons Garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning; 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper; 0.5 teaspoon Paprika; 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper; 4 cups Chicken Broth; 4 large Russet Potatoes (peeled and cubed); 0.5 cups Heavy Whipping Cream; 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese (optional, consider serving on the side); Parsley (for garnish)

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Introduction

This Spicy Cajun Potato Soup is a creamy and comforting dish perfect for cozy nights. With flavorful andouille sausage and a blend of spices, it delivers a satisfying kick while warming you from the inside out.

A close-up view of a large skillet filled with creamy soup showing rich orange-yellow broth, softly dotted with specks of black pepper and herbs. Floating in the thick liquid are several layers of tender potato slices, pale yellow with their skin on, and scattered slices of reddish-brown sausage. The soup is garnished lightly with chopped green herbs, adding a fresh touch on the surface of the warm meal. The skillet has a dark interior and a bright red handle, sitting on a white marbled texture with some green parsley sprigs nearby and a blue cloth peeking from the side. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
13.5 ounces andouille sausage
1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
0.5 cups celery, diced (about 1 rib)
0.5 pieces red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups chicken broth
4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
0.5 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup mild cheddar cheese (optional, for serving or stirring in)
Parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
Step 3: In the same pot, combine the diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 4: Stir in the Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, and cubed potatoes. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 5: Return the browned sausage to the pot. Add the heavy whipping cream and cheddar cheese, stirring well. Simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through and creamy.
Step 6: Garnish with parsley and serve the soup warm.

Tips & Variations

For a milder flavor, substitute andouille sausage with kielbasa or smoked sausage.
Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness according to your preference.
Serve cheddar cheese on the side to let each person add as much as they like.
If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. If the soup thickens too much when chilled, add a splash of chicken broth or water when reheating to loosen it.

How to Serve

A creamy soup is shown in a round black pot placed on a folded dark blue cloth. The soup has a yellow-orange creamy base with several layers visible on top: round slices of reddish-brown sausage, pale yellow potato chunks, and small pieces of light brownish mushrooms. Tiny green herb bits are scattered evenly across the soup surface, adding a touch of color. Fresh parsley sprigs are placed nearby on a white marbled surface alongside small white bowls, one with cubed white cheese and another with cracked black pepper. The overall scene is bright with natural light highlighting the creamy texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this soup vegetarian?

Yes, to make a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can add smoked paprika or liquid smoke for a smoky flavor.

Can I freeze this soup?

Freezing is possible, but cream-based soups can separate and change texture when thawed. If freezing, omit the cream and add it fresh when reheating.