Kartoffelsuppe

Name: Kartoffelsuppe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, diced; 1 cup yellow onion, diced; 1 cup carrots, diced; 1 cup celery root, diced; 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp dried marjoram; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 4 wiener sausages, sliced

A traditional German potato soup simmered with root vegetables, marjoram, and sliced sausages. Partially mashed for a rich, creamy texture without heavy thickeners.

50 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 slices bacon, diced
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 cup carrots, diced
1 cup celery root, diced
2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp dried marjoram
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 wiener sausages, sliced

Instructions

1

In a large pot over medium heat, render 4 slices diced bacon until crispy, then transfer half to a plate for garnish.
2

Add 1 cup diced yellow onion, 1 cup diced carrots, and 1 cup diced celery root to the pot with remaining bacon fat, cooking until softened.
3

Add 2 lbs peeled, cubed Yukon Gold potatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, and 1 tsp dried marjoram to the pot and bring to a boil.
4

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
5

Mash half of the soup using a potato masher to create a thick texture.
6

Stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream and 4 sliced wiener sausages, heating through until sausages reach an internal temperature of 165F.

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Questions

What is Kartoffelsuppe?

A traditional German potato soup simmered with root vegetables, marjoram, and sliced sausages. Partially mashed for a rich, creamy texture without heavy thickeners. This reference files it under German soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

How long does Kartoffelsuppe take?

As written, 50 minutes: 20 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (20 minutes): "Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender."

What internal temperature should Kartoffelsuppe reach?

For Kartoffelsuppe, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of heavy cream in Kartoffelsuppe?

The entry for Kartoffelsuppe calls for 1/4 cup heavy cream. In its place: In sauces and soups, use half-and-half with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup, or evaporated milk. Neither will whip.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Kartoffelsuppe?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Kartoffelsuppe uses 4 slices bacon, diced.

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