Description
Creamy Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, enveloping you in its rich and velvety texture. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make dish combines buttery potatoes, aromatic garlic, and luscious cream for a delightful meal that warms both heart and soul. Whether served as a starter or main course, this creamy delight is destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet or Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add chopped potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or a standing blender, leaving some chunks for texture if desired.
- Return to medium heat, stir in heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer gently for a few more minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chives or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg