Mashed Potato Soup
Warm, creamy, and irresistibly comforting, this Mashed Potato Soup combines the velvety richness of mashed potatoes with the heartiness of a classic soup for the ultimate cozy meal. Made with Russet potatoes for their buttery texture, this recipe is infused with layers of flavor from sautéed onions, garlic, and a splash of heavy cream. Topped with crispy bacon crumbles, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions, each bowl is a delightful balance of indulgence and freshness. Perfect for chilly days, this easy mashed potato soup comes together in just 45 minutes and is a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you serve it as a main course or an appetizer, this recipe guarantees creamy comfort in every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup (shredded) Cheddar cheese
- 3 stalks (sliced) Green onions
- 4 slices (crumbled) Cooked bacon
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into small chunks for even cooking.
In a large pot, add the potato chunks and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until softened, about 5-6 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the cooked potatoes back to the pot. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes directly in the pot until they reach the desired consistency. For a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Turn off the heat and stir in the sour cream and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and blended.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining cheese, green onions, bacon crumbles, and optional additional sour cream if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.0 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.6 g | 528% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 522 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 7836 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.5 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 81.9 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 928 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 7704 mg | 164% | |
*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.
