Creamy Potato Soup
A rich and velvety soup packed with flavor, perfect for chilly evenings and easy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the onion: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the potatoes: Add the diced potatoes and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Blend until smooth: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup in the pot until smooth.
- Stir in cream: Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives or parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Add vegetables like carrots or celery for extra nutrition.