Rustic German Potato Soup with Smoked Sausage
Warm up with this hearty Rustic German Potato Soup, a delightful blend of tender potatoes, smoky sausage, and crisp vegetables that pays homage to traditional German flavors. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this comforting soup captures the essence of German potato salad in every spoonful. With a touch of vinegar for brightness and a hint of sweetness from sugar, it offers a well-rounded taste experience. Serve it alongside a fresh salad and hearty rye or pumpernickel bread for a complete meal that will satisfy both your cravings and your soul.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
potatoes
4 (medium, peeled and diced)
celery
2 (stalks, sliced)
onion
1 (medium, diced)
smoked sausage
8 (ounces, sliced)
beef broth
4 (cups)
vinegar
2 (tablespoons)
sugar
1 (tablespoon)
celery seeds
1/4 (teaspoon)
dry mustard
1/2 (teaspoon)
pepper
(to taste)
coleslaw mix
2 (cups, shredded)
Instructions
1
Start by peeling and dicing the potatoes, slicing the celery, and dicing the onion.
2
In a large crock pot, combine the diced potatoes, sliced celery, diced onion, and smoked sausage.
3
Pour in the beef broth, and add the vinegar, sugar, celery seeds, dry mustard, and pepper to taste. Stir the mixture gently to combine all the ingredients.
4
Cover the crock pot with the lid. Cook on low heat for 8-9 hours, or on high heat for 4-4.5 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
5
Once cooked, give the soup a gentle stir. If desired, adjust seasoning with more pepper or additional vinegar to taste.
6
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped herbs or croutons, alongside a side salad and slices of hearty rye or pumpernickel bread.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rustic German Potato Soup?
It is a hearty soup featuring potatoes, smoked sausage, and vegetables with a flavor profile inspired by traditional German potato salad.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients used in this recipe.
What kind of sausage is recommended?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of sliced smoked sausage.
Can I cook this soup in a crock pot?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be cooked in a large crock pot.
How long does it take to cook on low?
The soup should be cooked for 8 to 9 hours on the low heat setting.
How long does it take to cook on high?
The soup takes approximately 4 to 4.5 hours on the high heat setting.
What type of broth is used?
This recipe uses 4 cups of beef broth.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
Yes, the instructions specify that the potatoes should be peeled and diced.
How many potatoes are required?
You will need 4 medium potatoes.
Why is vinegar added to the soup?
Vinegar is added to provide brightness and mimic the flavor of German potato salad.
Is there sugar in this recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of sugar is added to balance the flavors with a hint of sweetness.
What vegetables are included besides potatoes?
The soup includes sliced celery, diced onion, and shredded coleslaw mix.
How much celery is needed?
The recipe requires 2 stalks of celery, sliced.
What size onion should I use?
One medium onion, diced, is used for this soup.
What seasonings are used?
The seasonings include celery seeds, dry mustard, and pepper to taste.
How much celery seed is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of celery seeds.
How much dry mustard is used?
You will need 1/2 teaspoon of dry mustard.
What is the purpose of the coleslaw mix?
The shredded coleslaw mix adds texture and extra vegetable heartiness to the soup.
Can I adjust the seasonings after cooking?
Yes, once cooked, you can give it a gentle stir and adjust the pepper or vinegar to your preference.
What should I serve with the soup?
It is recommended to serve the soup with a side salad and slices of hearty rye or pumpernickel bread.
Is this recipe good for gatherings?
Yes, it is described as perfect for gatherings and chilly evenings.
How do I prepare the vegetables?
Peel and dice the potatoes, slice the celery, and dice the onion before adding them to the crock pot.
Do I need to stir the soup during cooking?
The instructions suggest stirring gently when combining ingredients and once more after the cooking process is complete.
What is a good garnish for this soup?
You can garnish the soup with freshly chopped herbs or croutons.
How much vinegar is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of vinegar.
Can I use a different type of bread for serving?
While rye or pumpernickel is recommended, you can use any hearty bread you enjoy.
How much coleslaw mix is needed?
You will need 2 cups of shredded coleslaw mix.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The soup offers a well-rounded taste experience of smokiness, acidity from vinegar, and sweetness from sugar.
Is the soup served hot or cold?
The soup should be served hot.
Is this a traditional German recipe?
The recipe pays homage to traditional German flavors, particularly those found in German potato salad.