Description
This creamy potato soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly days. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, garlic, broth, and cream, it delivers a rich texture and delicious flavor. Ideal as a starter or a light meal, this soup is both satisfying and easy to prepare on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped chives or green onions
- Grated cheddar cheese
- Crispy bacon bits
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Peel and dice the potatoes into even chunks for uniform cooking. Chop the onion and mince the garlic finely to enhance the soup’s flavor base.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Add the diced potatoes to the pot, then pour in the broth. Stir to combine, increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the Soup: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Blend Soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer batches to a blender and purée, then return to pot.
- Stir in Cream and Season: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste. Warm the soup gently without boiling.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of chopped chives, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, or a dollop of sour cream for added richness and texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.
- The soup can be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Blending intensity can be adjusted for a chunkier or smoother texture depending on preference.
- Leftover soup keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be refrigerated or frozen.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary during simmering for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
