Creamy Cajun Potato (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Proteins and Vegetables
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1 medium red bell pepper, diced and deseeded
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1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
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13-ounce pack of spicy andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
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4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
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2 celery stalks, chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Dairy and Fats
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1/2 cup half-and-half cream
→ Pantry Items
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Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, adjust as needed
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3 teaspoons store-bought or your own Cajun spice mix
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Fresh parsley leaves for topping
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4 cups chicken broth, reduced-sodium
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3 tablespoons plain all-purpose flour
# Instructions:
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Warm some olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Toss in the sausage slices and cook until they're golden and crispy. Scoop them out to a plate for later.
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Use the same pot with the sausage drippings. Toss in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Stir them up and let them cook until softened—about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic at the end, letting it go for another minute.
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Mix in the butter with the softened veggies. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until you have a thick mix. Let it cook for a couple of minutes so it loses that raw taste; this thickens the soup beautifully.
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Slowly stir in the broth and half-and-half, making sure it stays smooth. Then add the potato chunks along with your Cajun seasoning. Keep it bubbling gently on medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes soften.
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Put the cooked sausage back in and sprinkle in the cheddar. Stir it up so the cheese melts smoothly into the soup. Test for seasoning, adjust if needed, then dish it out into bowls and sprinkle with parsley.
# Notes:
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Packed with Cajun flavors, this creamy potato soup offers smoky sausage and a bold, spicy kick.
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Want to change it up? You can swap out the sausage for chorizo, smoked turkey, or even breakfast sausage!