Hampshire Cream Soup
Discover comfort in every spoonful with this Hampshire Cream Soup, a velvety medley of garden-fresh vegetables and rich, creamy stock. This recipe combines the earthy flavors of leeks, celery, and carrots with the heartiness of tender potatoes, all simmered to perfection in a savory chicken or vegetable broth. What sets this soup apart is its luxurious texture, achieved by blending the ingredients into a silky puree and swirling in a generous splash of heavy cream for an ultra-smooth finish. Finished with fragrant thyme, fresh parsley, and a vibrant garnish of chopped chives, this creamy potato soup is as visually delightful as it is flavorful. Ready in just an hour, it’s a perfect choice for a cozy lunch or starter that will impress family or guests. Serve it piping hot and pair it with crusty bread for a satisfying, comforting meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium leek, white and light green parts only, sliced and rinsed
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 medium carrot, diced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, leek, celery, and carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to combine with the other vegetables.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup until it is smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender. Return the pureed soup to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, fresh thyme leaves, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer the soup for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Hampshire Cream Soup hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh chopped chives for added color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 617 mg | 13% | |
*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.
