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A delectable bowl of creamy Cajun potato soup, featuring a rich and spicy broth with tender chunks of potato.

Creamy Cajun Potato Soup

This creamy and flavorful Cajun-inspired potato soup is the ultimate comfort food. The recipe combines the science of starch gelatinization and emulsion formation to achieve a velvety, luscious texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion blender
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic in a bit of oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer the soup, uncovered, until the potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  4. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until it reaches a creamy, velvety consistency.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes with a potato masher or fork before blending. The Cajun seasoning can be adjusted to your desired level of spiciness. This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.