Potato Kielbasa Savory Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced
03 - 1 onion, chopped
04 - 2 carrots, sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 4 cups chicken broth
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - Fresh parsley for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
02 - In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
03 - Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
04 - Stir in the cooked kielbasa and heavy cream, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
05 - Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream.
02 - Add smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
03 - This soup freezes well and can be reheated without losing flavor.