Cajun Potato Sausage Soup (Print Version)

A creamy, spicy soup with andouille sausage, potatoes, vegetables, and cheddar, perfect for hearty comfort.

# Ingredients:

→ Sausage

01 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
02 - 1 ring (13.5 ounces) andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
04 - ½ cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
05 - ½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced
06 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

→ Soup

07 - 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
08 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ½ teaspoon paprika
11 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 - 4 cups (960 g) chicken broth
13 - 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
14 - ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
15 - 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
16 - parsley, chopped for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a large pot over medium heat, add the oil. Once hot, add the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside on a plate or in a bowl.
02 - To the same pot over medium heat, add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5-8 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
03 - Add Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, chicken broth, and potatoes to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
04 - Return the sausage to the pot and add in heavy cream and shredded cheese. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.