Creamy Potato Soup (Printable)
Velvety blend of potatoes, aromatic vegetables, and cream for a warm, hearty dish.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2.2 pounds peeled and diced potatoes
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 celery stalks, diced
04 - 2 medium carrots, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
06 - 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
07 - 1 cup whole milk
08 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
→ Fats
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
→ Optional Garnishes
15 - 4 strips crispy cooked bacon, crumbled (omit for vegetarian)
16 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
17 - Chopped chives or green onions
# How To Cook:
01 - Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots; cook for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
03 - Add diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using; cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
05 - Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth or leave slightly chunky as preferred. Alternatively, blend in batches then return to pot.
06 - Stir in milk and heavy cream. Warm gently for 5 minutes without boiling. Adjust seasoning to taste.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with parsley, bacon, cheddar cheese, and chives as desired. Serve hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This soup’s velvety texture and warm spices feel like a delicious secret between friends.
- It turned simple potatoes and veggies into a luxurious treat that always impresses without fuss.
02 -
- Don’t rush the simmering stage — it’s key to get potatoes tender enough so the texture becomes just right.
- Using an immersion blender is a game changer; it saves time and mess while giving you control over smoothness.
03 -
- Make sure to taste and adjust seasoning after adding cream as it can mute flavors slightly.
- The secret to that perfect texture is not just blending but balancing the liquid amounts carefully.