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Spicy Cajun Potato Soup Recipe

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A rich and flavorful Spicy Cajun Potato Soup featuring andouille sausage, tender potatoes, and a creamy blend of cheese and spices for a comforting, hearty meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 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 (960 g) chicken broth
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Parsley, chopped for garnish

Substitutes and Alternatives

  • Andouille sausage: smoked sausage or turkey sausage
  • Vegetable oil: olive oil or butter
  • Chicken broth: vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • Heavy whipping cream: half-and-half or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • Mild cheddar cheese: Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Prep your workspace and ingredients: Clear your kitchen counter and gather all your ingredients. Chop vegetables, slice sausage, and measure spices to streamline the cooking process.
  2. Cook the sausage: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced andouille sausage and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and caramelized on the edges.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in pot. Add diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add spices and broth: Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper over vegetables. Stir to coat, cook 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, scraping bits from pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add potatoes: Add peeled and cubed russet potatoes. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Stir in cream and cheese: Once potatoes are tender, stir in heavy whipping cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until cheese melts and soup is creamy.
  7. Return the sausage to the pot: Add cooked sausage back into the soup. Simmer for another 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  8. Garnish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, use turkey sausage or smoked sausage instead of andouille.
  • Substitute vegetable or olive oil if preferred.
  • Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for vegetarian version.
  • Heavy cream can be replaced with half-and-half or coconut milk for dairy-free variation.
  • Cheese alternatives like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack can add different flavors.
  • This soup can be thickened by mashing some potatoes before adding the cream and cheese.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper to control the spice level.

Keywords: Cajun potato soup, spicy potato soup, andouille sausage soup, creamy potato soup, comfort food, Cajun recipe

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