Velvety Easy Creamy Potato Soup for Cozy Nights
Warm up your evenings with this Velvety Easy Creamy Potato Soup, a comforting bowl of deliciousness that’s perfect for chilly nights. Made with simple ingredients like russet potatoes and fresh garlic, this creamy soup envelops you in rich flavors and warmth. Ideal for family dinners or solo comfort food moments, it’s a recipe that promises to satisfy and create lasting memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and dicing the potatoes, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half.
- Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream. Adjust seasoning as needed and heat through without boiling.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with fresh herbs or croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg