Easy Potato Soup
Warm, comforting, and irresistibly creamy, this Easy Potato Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy evenings. Featuring tender Russet potatoes, a touch of garlic, and rich heavy cream, this recipe achieves a silky smooth texture with the help of an immersion blender. A savory base of sautéed onions and broth creates a flavorful foundation, while optional toppings like sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions let you customize each bowl to your liking. Ready in just 40 minutes, this classic potato soup is perfect for busy weeknights or a quick, satisfying lunch. Simple, hearty, and packed with flavor, it’s a family-friendly favorite you’ll want to make again and again. Perfect for keywords: "easy potato soup," "creamy soup recipe," "quick comfort food," "cozy dinner ideas," and "homemade soup recipes."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions (optional, for topping)
- 3 tablespoons Crumbled cooked bacon (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Set aside.
Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Add the diced potatoes and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth, then return to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 3–5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with cheddar cheese, green onions, and crumbled bacon if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.7 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.1 g | 440% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 448 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 7263 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.7 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 998 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 4478 mg | 95% | |
*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.
