Warm up on a chilly day with this comforting and creamy homemade potato soup. Made with simple ingredients and easy to prepare, this soup is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and hearty dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, chopped green onions
Directions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add the diced potatoes, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can transfer the soup to a blender or food processor in batches to puree.
- Return the soup to the pot and stir in the milk and heavy cream. Heat over low heat until warmed through.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If the soup is too thick, add more milk or broth to thin it out.
- Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, and chopped green onions if desired.
- Enjoy this comforting and delicious potato soup!
