Description
Warm up your chilly nights with this creamy Cajun Potato Soup, bursting with flavors that dance on your palate. This easy-to-make dish combines Yukon Gold potatoes, aromatic spices, and rich heavy cream for a comforting bowl of goodness. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a soothing weeknight meal, each spoonful delivers warmth and joy—guaranteed to bring smiles to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Mix in Cajun seasoning, adjusting to taste for spice level.
- Use an immersion blender to achieve desired smoothness or mash some chunks with a fork for texture. Stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions. Enjoy with crusty bread!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider adding cooked sausage or fresh herbs like parsley or thyme. For a vegan version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently on the stove.