Easy Cream of Potato Soup
Warm, comforting, and incredibly easy to make, this Cream of Potato Soup is the perfect one-pot recipe for cozy weeknight dinners or chilly afternoons. Made with tender russet potatoes, a touch of rich heavy cream, and a savory base of sautéed onions and garlic, this soup is creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying. It's ready in just under 45 minutes and offers a silky-smooth texture with the option to leave a few hearty potato chunks for added bite. Customize it with toppings like crisp bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, or fresh chives for a deliciously indulgent finish. Whether you're looking for a simple homemade soup or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this easy cream of potato soup will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium-sized, diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh chives or green onions
- 0.5 cup (optional, for garnish) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 slices (optional, for garnish) cooked and crumbled bacon
Instructions
Peel and dice the russet potatoes into small, even pieces (about 1/2-inch cubes).
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken or vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only part of the soup, leaving some potato chunks intact.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Allow the soup to simmer gently for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh chives or green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon, if using.
Serve hot and enjoy your easy cream of potato soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.1 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.8 g | 419% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 411 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 6625 mg | 288% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.7 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.2 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 602 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 4392 mg | 93% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
