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Creamy Sausage Potato Sauerkraut Soup

Elina chef
A hearty and comforting soup that combines smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and tangy sauerkraut in a luxuriously creamy broth. This one-pot wonder is the ultimate comfort food for a chilly day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, French, International
Servings 6 serving
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

1 lb smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds1 tbsp olive oil1 large yellow onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and drained1 cup heavy cream½ tsp black pepper, or to taste2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Brown the Sausage: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until nicely browned on both sides. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate.Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot with the sausage drippings, add the diced onion. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.Simmer the Soup: Pour in the chicken broth, then add the diced potatoes, rinsed sauerkraut, and the browned sausage back into the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.Add Cream: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and heat the soup through, ensuring it does not come to a boil. Season with black pepper to taste (salt may not be needed due to the broth and sausage).Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped dill. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, but avoid boiling.
    • Rinsing the sauerkraut is key to achieving a balanced, tangy flavor without it being overly sour.
    • This soup thickens as it sits. If reheating, add a splash of broth or water to thin it to your desired consistency.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
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