Here’s a question; if you go to a pizza shop and order a soup, what kind of soup are you hoping for? Obviously, something that tastes and feels as comforting as a whole pizza pie! That’s the standard that Pizza Shop Soup aims to meet: a hearty chowder filled with spicy savory kielbasa and fluffy potatoes with plenty of melted cheese! Lots of herbaceous flavor makes every sip as satisfying as you could expect from your local pizzeria. So, drop the pizza cutter and grab a ladle to enjoy Pizza Shop Soup to the fullest!
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound smoked kielbasa, diced
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups frozen corn
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 rib celery, sliced
- 1/4 cup carrot, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced
Directions
Step 1 –In a large saucepan, cook the kielbasa over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Step 2 –Drain the fat from the saucepan and set the sausage aside.
Step 3 –In the same pan, combine the potatoes, the corn, the broth, the celery, the carrot, the garlic powder, the onion powder, the salt, and the pepper.
Step 4 –Bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 5 –Reduce the heat and cover the saucepan.
Step 6 –Simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 7 –Add the milk, the cheese, the parsley, and the browned sausage to the mixture.
Step 8 –Cook and stir over low heat until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through, about 5 minutes.
Step 9 –Serve.