Southern Style Pierogi Soup – Creamy, Smoky, Weeknight Winner
This comforting Southern Style Pierogi Soup blends the traditional Polish dumpling with Southern ingredients for a hearty and flavorful dish. Packed with potatoes, kielbasa, and a creamy broth, it’s perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern, Polish
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup kielbasa, sliced (omit for vegetarian version)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen pierogi (cheddar or potato filling)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
4. Add the diced potatoes and sliced kielbasa. Cook for 15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, frozen pierogi, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for another 10–15 minutes until the pierogi are heated through.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit the kielbasa and use vegetable broth instead. You can also add more vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.
Make sure to check the cooking time for the frozen pierogi on the package, as it may vary.
This soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheats well on the stove.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/southern-style-pierogi-soup/