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Cajun Potato Soup

Creamy Cajun Potato Soup That Warms the Soul

This Cajun Potato Soup is a comforting dish that combines creamy textures with robust flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb Andouille Sausage Or smoked sausage for a milder option
  • 4 cups Russet Potatoes Diced
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Diced
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Milk Unsweetened almond milk as a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream Or coconut cream for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or Pepper Jack for extra spice
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions For garnish
  • to taste Tabasco Sauce Optional for heat

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for about 4–5 minutes until caramelized. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Layer the diced russet potatoes, bell peppers, onion, celery, and carrots into the slow cooker. Add garlic and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently.
  3. Pour the chicken broth over the layered vegetables and sausage. Stir everything together to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours until the vegetables are tender.
  5. After cooking, stir in the milk and cover to cook on low for an additional hour.
  6. Add the whipping cream and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted. Cook for another 15 minutes on low.
  7. Serve in bowls, garnished with green onions and a dash of Tabasco sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup can be customized with various vegetables or cheeses according to preference. It's a great make-ahead meal as it tastes even better the next day!

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