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Fall-Inspired Hearty Cajun Potato Soup

A creamy, spicy Cajun potato soup featuring andouille sausage, tender potatoes, vegetables, and a blend of Cajun spices, enriched with heavy cream and cheddar cheese for a comforting fall meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • ½ cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
  • ½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add andouille sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and add peeled, cubed potatoes.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  8. Return cooked sausage to the pot.
  9. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until cheese is melted and soup is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  10. Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, use russet potatoes peeled and cubed to ensure they become tender within the cooking time. Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level. This soup freezes well if cooled completely before freezing; add heavy cream when reheating to maintain creaminess.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Method: Soup
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 900
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 15
  • Cholesterol: 50