01/03/2025
Me
🥔🍲 Best Homemade Potato Soup 🍲🥔
Ingredients
🥔 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
🧅 1 medium onion, finely chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🍗 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
🥛 2 cups whole milk
🧴 1 cup heavy cream
🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
🍚 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
🌿 1 teaspoon dried thyme
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
🥓 4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled (optional, for garnish)
🧅 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients:
Peel and dice the potatoes.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
2️⃣ Cook the Base:
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3️⃣ Add the Potatoes and Broth:
Stir in the flour, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to coat the onions.
Gradually add the broth, stirring to combine.
Add the diced potatoes and bring the mixture to a boil.
4️⃣ Simmer Until Tender:
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
5️⃣ Blend the Soup (Optional):
For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to puree some or all of the soup.
Leave chunks if you prefer a more rustic texture.
6️⃣ Add Milk and Cream:
Stir in the milk and heavy cream.
Heat the soup gently over low heat without bringing it to a boil.
7️⃣ Taste and Adjust:
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
8️⃣ Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions (optional).
Serve hot with crusty bread for a hearty meal.
⏱ Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins
🍴 Servings: 6 servings | 🔥 Calories: 320 kcal per serving
