Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this creamy potato soup recipe, perfect for a cozy night in or a family dinner. With a velvety texture and savory toppings, it’s a bowl of pure comfort.
Ingredients
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Main Soup:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
Creamy Finish:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings:
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Slowly whisk in the broth until smooth, then add the diced potatoes.
- Cook Soup: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender. Mash some of the soup for texture.
- Finish Soup: Stir in milk, cream, sour cream, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add cheese and stir until melted.
- Serve: Ladle hot soup into bowls, top with bacon, and green onions or chives.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Add chopped carrots or celery for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
