Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 4–6 servings
• Category: Soup / Comfort Food
• Cuisine: German
• Keywords: Kartoffelsuppe, German potato soup, sausage soup, deesviral

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter or oil
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup smoked sausage, sliced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat butter or oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
5. Use a potato masher or immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
6. Stir in sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5–7 minutes until heated through.
7. Add heavy cream if using, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley.

Tips & Variations

• For a thicker soup, mash more of the potatoes.
• Use bratwurst or kielbasa for a more traditional sausage flavor.
• Add a splash of vinegar for a classic German-style tang.

Why This Recipe Works

Potatoes naturally create a creamy texture as they cook and break down, while smoked sausage adds savory depth and heartiness. The simple vegetables and broth keep the soup comforting and rustic, exactly the way a classic Kartoffelsuppe should be.