KIELBASA SOUP WITH POTATOES

#### **Instructions:**

1. **Brown the Kielbasa**
Heat oil or butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add sliced kielbasa and sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

2. **Sauté the Aromatics**
In the same pot, add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

3. **Add Potatoes and Broth**
Stir in diced potatoes, thyme, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

4. **Combine & Simmer**
Return the kielbasa to the pot. Add optional greens or paprika if desired. Simmer for another 5–10 minutes to blend the flavors.

5. **Season and Serve**
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread.

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### 🧡 Cozy Up with Every Bite

Kielbasa Soup with Potatoes is a humble dish that proves comfort food doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s cozy, filling, and packed with layers of flavor that get better with time—making leftovers a next-day delight.

This is the kind of meal that brings people together, warms cold hands, and reminds you that home cooking can be both hearty and healing.

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