KIELBASA POTATO CHOWDER

Kielbasa Potato Chowder image

From TOH, this looks like a quick and easy weekday dinner for my DH. A good use for that occasional left-over kielbasa.

Provided by Denise in da Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 cups, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 lb smoked kielbasa or 1/2 lb Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 slices bacon, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 kale leaves, torn or 2 chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or 1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, brown kielbasa and bacon; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings.
Add onion and garlic; cook over medium heat for 2 - 3 minutes or until onion is tender.
In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil.
Add the potatoes, bouillon and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Add the meat mixture and kale; cook over medium heat for 2 minutes or until kale is wilted.
Reduce heat. Add the cream; cook 1 minute longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 825.5, Fat 58.4, SaturatedFat 26.2, Cholesterol 183.1, Sodium 1814.5, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 3.6, Protein 28.2