Description
A traditional and comforting Polish potato soup made with tender potatoes, savory smoked meat, and fresh dill. Naturally creamy, rustic, and deeply satisfying, this soup is perfect for cozy family meals.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
- 5 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth, low sodium preferred
- 8 ounces smoked sausage, ham, or smoked turkey, diced
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or half and half
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
- Extra fresh dill, for garnish
- Cracked black pepper, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter or heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in diced smoked meat and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes and stir to coat with the onion mixture.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until potatoes are very tender.
- Lightly mash some of the potatoes in the pot to thicken the soup.
- Stir in heavy cream or half and half.
- Add chopped fresh dill and mix well.
- Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes and season with salt and black pepper.
- Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with extra dill and cracked black pepper.
Notes
Add dill at the end to keep its fresh flavor. Taste before adding salt, as smoked meat can be naturally salty.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish