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Pierogi Dill Soup Recipe

Pierogi Dill Soup Recipe
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This comforting Pierogi Dill Soup combines hearty kielbasa, tender pierogi filled with cheese and potatoes, and savory vegetables in a flavorful broth spiced with paprika and cumin. Enhanced with fresh dill and a creamy cheese spread, this soup brings the cozy tastes of Eastern Europe to your bowl for a satisfying year-round meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 11 ounces kielbasa, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into half-moons
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ head savoy cabbage, cored and chopped
  • 3 tbsp cheese spread (at room temperature)
  • 12 pierogi (cheese and potato filling; adjust quantity to preference)
  • 3 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Slice the kielbasa sausages, peel and cut the carrots into half-moons. Mince the garlic clove and dice the onion. Core and chop the savoy cabbage. Chop the fresh dill finely.
  2. Brown the Kielbasa: Heat the vegetable oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the kielbasa from the pot and set aside to preserve their texture.
  3. Sauté Vegetables and Spices: In the same pot, add garlic, diced onion, and carrots. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions are translucent and the carrots begin to soften. Stir in sweet paprika and ground cumin to release their aromas.
  4. Add Broth and Cabbage: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add the chopped savoy cabbage, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes to soften the cabbage and develop flavors.
  5. Incorporate Cheese Spread and Pierogi: Remove the lid and stir in the cheese spread to create a silky texture. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the pierogi to the pot. Boil until they float to the surface – about 3-5 minutes for fresh pierogi, and up to 8 minutes if frozen.
  6. Finish Soup: Turn off the heat and stir the browned kielbasa back into the soup along with the chopped fresh dill. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot for a hearty and comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen pierogi according to availability; adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth and omit kielbasa.
  • Add extra dill or black pepper to customize flavor strength.
  • Cheese spread adds creaminess but can be replaced with sour cream or cream cheese if preferred.
  • Ensure not to overcook pierogi to prevent them from falling apart.

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Keywords: pierogi soup, kielbasa soup, dill soup, Eastern European soup, comfort food, cheese and potato pierogi, savory soup

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