Description
This hearty Kielbasa Sauerkraut Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the smoky flavors of kielbasa with tangy sauerkraut and savory white beans. It’s a perfect meal for chilly days.
Ingredients
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- 4 ounces bacon, diced (optional)
- 1 pound kielbasa/polish, sliced (optional)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 sticks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked hot paprika
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 2 potatoes (or celeriac root), diced
- 1/2 cup quinoa (optional)
- 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Dice bacon, kielbasa, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove excess fat if needed.
- Add Ingredients: Add kielbasa, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Season: Stir in smoked hot paprika, broth, sauerkraut, potatoes, quinoa, and white beans. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer: Simmer soup for about 20-30 minutes until flavors meld together.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this soup by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes to thicken the broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg