Kielbasa Potato Soup – Easy Comfort Food Dinner Recipe
This kielbasa potato soup is the ultimate comfort food – smoky sausage, creamy potatoes, and savory broth come together in a hearty dish that’s perfect for cold nights. An easy comfort food dinner recipe that’s simple to make and loved by the whole family. Save this recipe for your next cozy meal!
Equipment
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Cutting board & knife
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 14 oz kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream (tempered)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or white cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Brown Kielbasa: Heat oil in a large pot. Brown kielbasa slices until crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the drippings, cook onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Add Potatoes & Broth: Stir in diced potatoes and pour in broth. Simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add Dairy: Warm milk or cream separately, then stir into soup to prevent curdling.
- Add Cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth. Return kielbasa to the pot.
- Season & Garnish: Adjust salt and pepper carefully (kielbasa is salty). Garnish with parsley or dill.
- Serve Hot: Ladle into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread.
Notes
- Always brown kielbasa first for maximum flavor.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for creamy texture; Russets for thicker broth.
- Temper milk/cream before adding to avoid curdling.
- Taste before seasoning—kielbasa adds natural salt.
- Store in fridge for 3–4 days; reheat gently on stovetop.