Comforting Kielbasa Potato Soup Recipe for Chilly Nights - Dave's Grill

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) kielbasa, sliced into rounds
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsps cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• Salt and pepper, to taste