Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of creamy potato soup that wraps you in comfort and nostalgia. With its velvety texture and rich flavors, this dish is perfect for chilly evenings or gathering with loved ones. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, each spoonful is a taste of home that evokes cherished memories. Whether topped with crispy bacon or fresh herbs, this potato soup will satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet potatoes (diced)
- 1 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup whole milk or cream
- 2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
- Salt, pepper, and thyme (to taste)
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced russet potatoes and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer; cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to achieve desired creaminess, leaving some chunks for texture if preferred.
- Slowly stir in milk or cream; season with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like shredded cheddar cheese or crispy bacon bits.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg