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Easy Pierogi Dill Soup Recipe

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This Easy Pierogi Dill Soup is a comforting and flavorful Eastern European-inspired dish featuring browned kielbasa, sautéed vegetables, and tender pierogi in a aromatic broth enhanced with fresh dill and a creamy cheese spread. Perfect for a cozy meal, it balances smoky, savory, and fresh herb flavors.

Ingredients

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Meat and Proteins

  • 11 ounces kielbasa, sliced
  • 12 pierogi (cheese and potato filling)

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into half-moons
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ head savoy cabbage, cored and chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Liquids and Fats

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp cheese spread (at room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Slice the kielbasa sausage into even pieces. Peel the carrots and cut them into half-moon shapes. Mince the garlic clove finely. Dice the yellow onion. Core and chop the savoy cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Chop the fresh dill and set aside.
  2. Brown the Kielbasa: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for about 5 minutes until browned and slightly crisp. Remove the kielbasa from the pot and set aside for later.
  3. Sauté Vegetables and Add Spices: In the same pot, add the minced garlic, diced onion, and carrot slices. Sauté for approximately 3 minutes until the onions soften and the vegetables begin to release their aroma. Stir in the sweet paprika and ground cumin to evenly coat the vegetables with the spices.
  4. Add Broth and Cabbage, Then Simmer: Pour 5 cups of chicken broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add the chopped savoy cabbage. Cover the pot with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow the cabbage to soften and flavors to meld.
  5. Incorporate Cheese Spread and Cook Pierogi: Remove the lid and stir in 3 tablespoons of cheese spread until fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy broth. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the pierogi to the soup. Boil until the pierogi float to the surface, which takes about 3-5 minutes for fresh pierogi and up to 8 minutes if using frozen ones.
  6. Finish the Soup: Turn off the heat. Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and stir in the chopped fresh dill. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all ingredients before serving. Enjoy your warm, hearty pierogi dill soup!

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth and use vegetarian pierogi.
  • If pierogi are frozen, allow extra boiling time (up to 8 minutes) until they float.
  • Adjust the amount of dill to your taste for a stronger or milder herb flavor.
  • Cheese spread adds creaminess, but you can substitute with sour cream stirred in at the end if preferred.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.

Keywords: pierogi soup, dill soup, kielbasa soup, Eastern European soup, easy soup recipe, hearty soup, cabbage soup, potato pierogi soup

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