Description
A comforting, creamy potato soup that’s rich, hearty, and packed with savory flavors. This easy recipe uses tender potatoes, sautéed onions, garlic, and a buttery roux, all blended to a silky texture and topped with cheese, chives, or bacon for a perfect cozy meal. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this potato soup is a crowd-pleaser, ready in under an hour, and ideal for any chilly day or comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
Onion and Garlic:
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
Butter and Flour:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
Chicken or Vegetable Broth:
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Milk or Cream:
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
Seasonings:
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary, for an herbal note
Toppings:
- Cheese, chives, bacon bits, or sour cream
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes (peeled and diced), 1 large onion (chopped), 2 cloves of garlic (minced), 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream, Salt and black pepper to taste, Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary, for an herbal note
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Create the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes. This step is crucial, as it helps thicken the soup and prevents the raw flour taste.
- Add the Potatoes and Broth: Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, making sure to scrape any bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Blend for Creaminess: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier texture, blend only part of the soup. For a completely smooth soup, blend it fully.
- Add Milk or Cream: Stir in the milk or cream and cook for another 5 minutes over low heat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your choice of garnishes like shredded cheese, chopped chives, or crumbled bacon. Enjoy your warm, creamy bowl of potato soup!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop, Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
