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Creamy Cheesy Kielbasa Potato Soup: Easy One-Pot Dinner

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This creamy cheesy kielbasa potato soup is a quick and easy one-pot dinner that comes together in about 40 minutes. Smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes, and melted cheese create a velvety, comforting soup perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Extra shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Crusty bread or crackers (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Brown the kielbasa: Place a large pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, add sliced kielbasa in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until deeply browned, then stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion to the pot with rendered fat. Cook for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent, scraping up browned bits. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add broth and potatoes: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add diced potatoes, stir, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Temper the milk: Remove pot from heat. In a small bowl, whisk together whole milk and about ½ cup of hot broth from the pot. Slowly pour the tempered milk mixture back into the pot, stirring constantly.
  5. Add the cheese: With the pot off heat, gradually add shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
  6. Season and finish: Return browned kielbasa to the pot. Stir in smoked paprika and red pepper flakes if using. Taste and season with salt and black pepper. Let simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to reheat the kielbasa.
  7. Serve and garnish: Ladle soup into bowls. Top with sliced green onions, extra cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

For best results, shred cheese from a block to avoid graininess. Don’t rush the browning of the kielbasa—it adds essential smoky flavor. Keep heat low when adding dairy to prevent curdling. Soup thickens as it sits; add milk or broth when reheating.

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