Kielbasa Soup Polish

Warm, hearty, and bursting with old-world flavors, this Polish Kielbasa Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. Packed with smoky kielbasa sausage, tender potatoes, vibrant cabbage, and a medley of carrots and celery, this rustic soup is simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth infused with garlic, thyme, and paprika. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this one-pot meal is both nourishing and satisfying, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal that pays homage to traditional Polish cuisine. Keywords: Polish kielbasa soup, hearty soup recipe, one-pot meal, easy comfort food, kielbasa and cabbage soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound kielbasa sausage
• 3 large potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 large onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups cabbage
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Peel and dice the potatoes. Slice the carrots into rounds and chop the celery, onion, and cabbage. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.

Step 4

Add the chicken broth, diced potatoes, cabbage, bay leaves, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3583.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2398.6

Total Fat 112.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 213.5mg	0%
Sodium 9242.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.4g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 89.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 657.2mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 8765.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 43.7%