Cajun Potato Soup

Cajun Potato Soup

from 12tomatoes.com

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds andouille sausage or smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (we used Old Bay)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (30 oz.) bag frozen shredded hash browns
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (10. 75 oz.) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated, plus more for garnish
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup green onion, optional, garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Optional: heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium high heat and sauté onion for 6-8 minutes, or until softened. Add sausage and cook until browned on all sides.

  2. 2

    Season with salt and pepper and cajun seasoning, then add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth and chicken soup until smooth and combined.

  4. 4

    Transfer sausage and onion to slow cooker, then add potatoes and chicken soup mixture.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Add cream cheese and cheddar cheese to soup and cover and cook for another 10-20 minutes, or until incorporated and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

  7. 7

    Serve hot, topped with green onions and more cheddar cheese. Enjoy!