Traditional German Potato Soup Recipe (Kartoffelsuppe) Recipe
German Potato Soup (Kartoffelsuppe) is a classic, hearty dish that combines diced potatoes, carrots, celery, leeks, and smoked sausage in a creamy broth. This comforting soup is perfect for a cozy evening meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, Blending
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Potato Soup:
- 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 leek, sliced and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 5 cups (1.2L) vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 8 oz (225g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Chop the Veggies: Dice potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and slice the leek.
- Sauté: Cook onions, leeks, carrots, and celery in butter until soft.
- Simmer: Add potatoes, broth, and bay leaves. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Blend: Remove bay leaves and partially blend the soup for a creamy texture.
- Finish: Stir in cream and sausage, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat through and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality sausage for the best flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the sausage and use veggie broth.
- Don’t blend too much—you want to keep some chunks for texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: Not specified
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: Not specified
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: Not specified
