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Pierogi Soup Recipe

Pierogi Soup Recipe
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Delicious and hearty Pierogi Soup combining tender vegetables, creamy broth, and potato-cheese pierogies for a comforting meal. This easy-to-make soup features a smoky paprika flavor and optional shredded chicken for added protein, perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped

Soup Base

  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound frozen pierogies (preferably potato and cheese)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (optional)

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil: Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
  2. Sauté the onion: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes, allowing its sweetness to develop.
  3. Add garlic and vegetables: Stir in the minced garlic, chopped red bell pepper, sliced carrots, and chopped celery; cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables become tender.
  4. Add broth and bring to boil: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil to start building the soup base.
  5. Season and simmer: Add the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper; reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors together.
  6. Add pierogies: Gently add the frozen pierogies to the pot and cook until they are tender and float to the top, about 10 minutes, indicating they are done.
  7. Finish the soup: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cooked chicken if using; let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to fully incorporate the cream and heat the chicken through.
  8. Adjust seasoning and garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy creamer for a lighter version.
  • Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make the soup vegetarian (omit chicken as well).
  • Frozen pierogies can vary in cooking times, so check package instructions and adjust cooking accordingly.
  • Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Leftover soup tastes great the next day and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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