Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe
Overview:
Warm up your winter nights with this comforting Kielbasa Potato Soup! Created on a whim in a cozy kitchen, this hearty recipe has become a beloved staple for chilly evenings. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it requires less than 4 hours to simmer to perfection in your trusty crockpot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Serves: You and your hungry family 🍲
Ingredients:
- 1 Kielbasa sausage
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Water, as needed
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent. |
| 2 | Transfer the sautéed onions and garlic into your crockpot set on high. |
| 3 | Dissolve 2 chicken-flavored bouillon cubes in hot water, then pour into the crockpot along with the cubed potatoes, sliced kielbasa sausage, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. |
| 4 | Fill the crockpot with water, ensuring it covers the ingredients by about 1 inch. |
| 5 | Let the soup cook for 2-3 hours on high, or set to low and simmer for a longer duration if preferred. |
| 6 | Just before serving, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the hot soup. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 704.8
- Fat: 37.3g
- Saturated Fat: 14.3g
- Cholesterol: 90.3mg
- Sodium: 1575.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 71.3g
- Fiber: 8.6g
- Sugar: 5.9g
- Protein: 22.2g
Keywords:
Winter, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Tips & Tricks:
- Customize Your Soup: Feel free to add in additional vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Make it Creamy: For a creamier texture, stir in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk before serving.
- Leftover Love: This soup tastes even better the next day, so make extra for delicious leftovers.
- Freeze for Later: Allow the soup to cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers. It will keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Kielbasa Potato Soup is sure to become a favorite in your household. Perfect for those busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you crave something comforting yet easy to prepare. Enjoy every spoonful of this soul-warming delight! 🥄🥣
