Homemade Potato Soup
Warm up with this creamy and comforting Homemade Potato Soup! Perfect for chilly days, it's easy to make and delicious! 🥔🍲
Equipment
- 1 Large Pot For cooking the soup.
- 1 Immersion Blender For blending the soup to desired consistency.
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients
- 4 medium Potatoes Russet or Yukon gold potatoes are ideal.
- 4 cups Broth Vegetable or chicken broth.
- 1 medium Onion Can substitute with leeks.
- 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
- 1 cup Cream Heavy cream or coconut milk for dairy-free.
- to taste Herbs Fresh chives or parsley for garnish.
- to taste Spices Salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by peeling and chopping the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
Sautéing
- In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
Cooking
- Add the chopped potatoes to the pot, followed by your choice of broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Blending
- Once the potatoes are soft, use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency.
Finishing Touches
- Stir in the cream or dairy-free substitute, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.