Description
Enjoy a cozy bowl of creamy potato soup that is simple, quick to make, and perfect for warming up on chilly days. This hearty and comforting soup blends tender russet potatoes with a velvety broth and cream, delivering soul-soothing flavors. Easily customizable and family-friendly, it offers rich satisfaction with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Crispy bacon bits
- Chopped chives or green onions
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform cubes for even cooking. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic to build the flavor base.
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add onions and garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes, to develop sweet undertones crucial for the soup’s depth.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Add the diced potatoes and pour in enough broth to fully cover them. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Blend or Mash: Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup, leaving some chunks of potato for texture and bite.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or milk and season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm gently until the soup thickens slightly, ensuring it does not boil to prevent curdling.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your choice of garnishes such as shredded cheese, crispy bacon, or chopped chives for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Choose russet potatoes for a fluffy texture ideal for creamy soup.
- Stir in cream at lower heat to avoid curdling.
- Partially blending the soup provides a pleasing texture with both smooth and chunky elements.
- Use fresh, high-quality broth for best flavor.
- Season gradually and adjust salt and pepper especially after adding cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: creamy potato soup, comforting soup, easy potato soup, warm soup, russet potato soup
