Description
Indulge in the velvety goodness of this Creamy Potato and Pea Soup Delight. A comforting blend of tender potatoes, sweet peas, and rich cream, this soup is a true winter warmer.
Ingredients
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For the soup:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For garnish and serving:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Croutons or crusty bread for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the soup base: In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic. Add potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Add peas: Stir in peas, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in cream, adjust seasoning, and warm through.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and croutons or bread.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and cream.
- For texture, blend only half the soup.
- Freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
