Description
A comforting and creamy potato soup perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Thyme, rosemary, or bay leaves (optional)
- Toppings: cheese, chives, bacon bits, or sour cream
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Chop the potatoes, onion, and garlic for easy cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot and add onions and garlic. Cook until soft.
- Make the Roux: Stir in flour to create a roux, cooking for about a minute until golden.
- Add Broth: Gradually whisk in the broth to prevent lumps, then bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate Potatoes: Add the chopped potatoes and seasonings. Cook until potatoes are tender.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree to your desired consistency.
- Stir in Milk or Cream: Finally, return to heat and stir in milk or cream. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-5 days, or frozen in freezer-safe containers. To reheat, add a splash of milk or broth if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy potato soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, vegetarian soup, cozy meal