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Bowl of delicious Cajun Potato Soup garnished with parsley and spices

Cajun Potato Soup

A cozy and creamy soup with andouille sausage, buttery potatoes, and a hint of Cajun spice, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb Andouille sausage
  • 3 medium Potatoes, diced
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 1 Bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Cajun spices
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, cook the andouille sausage over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
  3. Add diced potatoes and Cajun spices, stirring to combine.
  4. Pour in enough broth or water to cover the potatoes and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese or green onions if desired.

Notes

Let the soup thicken for maximum creaminess. Can easily be made vegan by swapping sausage and heavy cream with alternatives.