# Creamy Sausage, Potato and Sauerkraut Soup

> A hearty, comforting soup combining smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes, and tangy sauerkraut in a creamy broth. Perfect for cold days!

**Prep time:** 5 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 25 minutes
**Yield:** 6 servings
**Author:** Hot Eats and Cool Reads

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## Ingredients

- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 1 - 14 ounce Polska Kielbasa, halved and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups cooked diced potatoes
- 1 cup sauerkraut
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Black pepper

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## Shopping List

### Meat & Poultry
- [ ] 1 - 14 oz Polska Kielbasa

### Produce
- [ ] 1 medium onion

### Dairy
- [ ] 4 tbsp butter
- [ ] 2 1/2 cups milk
- [ ] 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

### Pantry
- [ ] 1/4 cup flour
- [ ] 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- [ ] 1 1/2 cups cooked diced potatoes (or fresh potatoes to cook)
- [ ] 1 cup sauerkraut
- [ ] 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- [ ] Black pepper

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## Instructions

1. **Melt butter.** In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

2. **Saute onions.** Add onions and saute for about five minutes, until tender.

3. **Make roux.** Add flour, stirring until completely combined. Cook for one minute, then add the chicken broth and milk.

4. **Thicken.** Turn heat to medium high, then cook stirring often until broth begins to thicken.

5. **Add main ingredients.** Reduce heat to medium then add kielbasa, diced potatoes, sauerkraut and parsley. Simmer for five minutes, then add shredded cheddar.

6. **Finish and serve.** Stir to combine and remove from heat. Serve sprinkled with black pepper.

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## Notes

- You can use fresh potatoes - dice them and cook them separately before adding to the soup
- Adjust the amount of sauerkraut to your taste preference
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half or reduce the amount of butter
- This soup reheats well and tastes even better the next day

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## Nutrition Facts

| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 389.38 |
| Fat | 26.79g |
| Saturated Fat | 13.24g |
| Carbs | 23.48g |
| Fiber | 2.30g |
| Net Carbs | 21.18g |
| Sugar | 8.16g |
| Protein | 14.68g |
| Sodium | 1051.89mg |
| Cholesterol | 74.22mg |

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## Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.