Kielbasa Potato Soup

Here’s a comforting recipe for Kielbasa Potato Soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook Kielbasa:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the sliced kielbasa over medium-high heat until browned. Remove kielbasa from the pot and set aside.
2. Saute Onion and Garlic:
   • In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add Potatoes and Broth:
   • Add diced potatoes to the pot along with chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Prepare Cream Mixture:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, and flour until smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the soup, stirring constantly.
5. Simmer Soup:
   • Stir in dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste. Continue to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soup has thickened slightly.
6. Add Kielbasa:
   • Return the cooked kielbasa to the pot. Stir to combine and heat through.
7. Serve:
   • Ladle the Kielbasa Potato Soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
   • Serve hot and enjoy this hearty and comforting soup!

This Kielbasa Potato Soup is perfect for warming up on chilly days and makes a satisfying meal.