Traditional Polish potato soup (Zupa Ziemniaczana) made with tender potatoes, savory vegetables, smoky kielbasa, and a creamy sour cream finish. A hearty, rustic soup perfect for cold days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1½ lbs starchy potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 onion, chopped
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1 carrot, chopped
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1 celery stalk, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 leek (optional), white part only, sliced and rinsed
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5–6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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1 bay leaf
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1 tsp dried marjoram
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1 tsp salt (to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ cup sour cream
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6 oz kielbasa or bacon, sliced and browned
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1 tbsp butter or oil
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Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
Instructions
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Brown kielbasa or bacon in a large pot. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onions, garlic, and leeks for 3–4 minutes.
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Add carrots, celery, and potatoes. Stir to coat.
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Pour in broth, add bay leaf and marjoram. Simmer 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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(Optional) Mash some potatoes or partially blend for thicker texture.
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Stir in browned meat and season with salt and pepper.
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Turn off heat, stir in sour cream gently.
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Serve hot, garnished with parsley or dill.