Super Easy Potato Soup
Warm, comforting, and incredibly simple to make, this Super Easy Potato Soup is your go-to recipe for a quick and satisfying meal. With just a handful of pantry staples like Russet potatoes, butter, and broth, this creamy soup comes together in under 40 minutes for a hearty dish that feels indulgent yet straightforward. Perfectly blended for a velvety texture, it gets a boost of flavor from sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of optional heavy cream. Customize your bowl with irresistible toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions for a touch of decadence. Whether you’re feeding a family of four or looking for an easy weeknight dinner, this potato soup recipe delivers big comfort with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup, shredded (optional for topping) Cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks, sliced (optional for topping) Green onions
- 4 slices, cooked and crumbled (optional for topping) Bacon
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes (about 1 inch).
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot, followed by the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to 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. (Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender, then return it to the pot.)
Stir in the milk and heavy cream (if using) and heat through, but do not let the soup come to a boil.
Season with salt and black pepper, and adjust to taste.
Serve hot and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and crumbled bacon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.2 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 303 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 4074 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.3 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1187 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*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.
