Name: Cajun Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil (or rendered sausage fat); 1 lb Andouille sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste); 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat); 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed (1-inch pieces); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; Fresh green onions or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Description

A rich, creamy, and flavorful Cajun Potato Soup bursting with smoky, spicy, and savory notes. Perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil (or rendered sausage fat)
1 lb Andouille sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed (1-inch pieces)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh green onions or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Brown the Sausage: Heat olive oil (or use rendered fat from sausage) in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned and some fat has rendered, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving fat in the pot.
2. Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Garlic & Spices: Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning (and cayenne, if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Build the Soup Base: Pour in chicken or vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add cubed potatoes.
5. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, partially covered, for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
6. Create Creaminess: Remove 2-3 cups of the soup (mostly potatoes and some broth) and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender (be careful with hot liquids). Return pureed mixture to the pot.
7. Finish & Serve: Return browned sausage to the pot. Stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings (salt, pepper, more Cajun seasoning, or hot sauce) as needed. Simmer for another 5 minutes to meld flavors. Garnish with fresh green onions or parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins