Polish Potato Soup (Zupa Ziemniaczana)
A traditional Polish Potato Soup (Zupa Ziemniaczana) with tender potatoes, carrots, and a creamy broth, perfect for a cozy meal.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Meat
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 5 oz kielbasa, optional diced
Cream and Seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream or tempered sour cream (see notes)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and dice the potatoes. Peel and slice the carrots. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, combine the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Add the kiełbasa, if using.
- Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream (or the tempered sour cream) and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional fresh dill if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup and return it to the pot. To temper the sour cream, add the hot soup into a cup and mix it well with the sour cream before returning it to the pot. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSugar: 4g
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