This creamy and comforting Potato Soup is the perfect dish to warm you up on a cold day. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, garlic, and broth, this soup is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. The velvety texture and hearty taste make it a family favorite. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, crispy bacon, chopped green onions
Directions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened and fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
- Using a potato masher or immersion blender, partially mash the soup to thicken it while still leaving chunks of potatoes.
- Pour in the milk and heavy cream. Stir well and heat the soup until warmed through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the potato soup hot, topped with shredded cheese, crispy bacon, and chopped green onions if desired.
Interesting Facts
Potatoes are one of the most versatile and widely consumed vegetables in the world.
The first recipe for potato soup appeared in a French cookbook in 1814.
Potato soup can be traced back to ancient times when potatoes were first cultivated in South America.