Description
Old Fashioned Potato Soup is a comforting classic that warms the soul with every spoonful. This creamy, rich soup features tender potatoes simmered in a savory broth infused with aromatic garlic and onions. Perfect for chilly nights or gatherings, this easy recipe allows you to create a nostalgic dish that brings family and friends together around the dinner table. Serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in enough vegetable broth to cover them by an inch.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender or transfer batches to a regular blender until creamy.
- Slowly stir in the heavy cream while seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs alongside crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use homemade chicken or vegetable broth instead of store-bought.
- Avoid overcooking the potatoes; they should be tender but not mushy.
- Try adding a splash of cream just before serving for extra richness.
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of broth to maintain creaminess!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 62mg