Description
Warm up with this indulgently creamy potato soup that combines rich flavors and a velvety texture, perfect for chilly days. Made with simple ingredients and easy to prepare, this comforting dish is sure to become a family favorite. Each spoonful is a delightful embrace of warmth that brings back cozy memories of gathering around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (chives or parsley), optional for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion in butter or oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (blend half if you prefer some chunks).
- Return blended soup to low heat and stir in heavy cream along with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through without boiling.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with a dollop of sour cream and fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg