Name: Cajun Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Green onions and shredded cheese for garnish

Description

Cajun Potato Soup: A Spicy, Creamy Comfort Bowl That Warms Your Soul. This hearty dish combines tender potatoes, bold Cajun spices, and a velvety broth for a flavor explosion that’s both comforting and exciting. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you crave authentic Southern flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Green onions and shredded cheese for garnish

Instructions

Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery, sautéing until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced potatoes, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender. Use a potato masher to slightly thicken the soup.
Stir in the heavy cream and heat through (do not boil). Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot garnished with green onions and shredded cheese.

Notes

Use russet potatoes for their starch content which helps thicken the soup naturally
Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level
Let the soup rest for 10 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to develop
For a smokier flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of liquid smoke
If the soup is too thick, thin it with additional broth

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 320 Kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 45mg

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