Creamy Potato Soup (Print)
Warm creamy soup with kielbasa, veggies, and cheese. Comfort food that’s easy and filling.
# Ingredients:
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1½ pounds potatoes, cut into cubes
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4 cups chicken broth
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½ cup celery, thinly sliced
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½ cup carrots, diced finely after peeling
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½ cup yellow onion, chopped small
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2 cloves garlic, chopped into tiny bits
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1 pound kielbasa, cut into half-inch slices
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ cup parsley, freshly chopped
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2 cups cheddar, shredded
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2 cups whole milk or heavy cream
# Steps:
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Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir kielbasa slices around for 5-6 minutes until browned, then scoop them out and set aside.
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In the same pot, toss in garlic, onions, carrots, and celery. Stir everything for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth and add potatoes. Turn up the heat until boiling, then lower it to gentle heat with the lid on. Let potatoes soften for roughly 15 minutes.
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Toss the cooked kielbasa back into the pot. Slowly stir in the milk, cheddar, Parmesan, pepper, and salt. Keep the heat low and let it cook for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is all melted.
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Mix in the chopped parsley right before serving warm.
# Notes:
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Opt for whole milk for a lighter version.
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It'll thicken as it cools.
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Perfect fit for chilly days.