Cajun Potato Soup
Warm up with a bowl of rich and hearty Cajun Potato Soup, a comforting blend of creamy potatoes, aromatic vegetables, and bold Cajun spices. This easy-to-make soup features tender russet potatoes cooked to perfection in a flavorful broth, thickened with a touch of flour for a luscious texture. Seasoned with smoky paprika, dried thyme, and two tablespoons of zesty Cajun seasoning, every spoonful delivers a satisfying kick of warmth and spice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder takes just under an hour to prepare and can be customized with savory toppings like crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, or fresh green onions. Whether you serve it as a cozy starter or a filling main dish, this Cajun-inspired soup recipe is bound to impress your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while stirring, ensuring there are no lumps.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and bring the soup to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Once the potatoes are soft, use an immersion blender to blend some of the soup for a creamier consistency, leaving some potato chunks for texture. Alternatively, remove 2 cups of soup, blend it in a blender, and return it to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1456 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 857 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
