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Creamy Potato Soup, a hearty and comforting dish featuring a smooth, velvety texture.

Creamy Potato Soup

The ultimate comfort food, this creamy potato soup is a delicate balance of starch, dairy, and seasonings, resulting in a velvety, luxurious texture and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups of whole milk
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons of dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Potato masher or immersion blender
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Using a potato masher or an immersion blender, partially mash the potatoes, leaving some chunks for texture.
  5. Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Heat the soup until warmed through, being careful not to let it boil.
  6. Add the dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve the creamy potato soup hot, garnished with chopped chives, crumbled bacon, or shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

Notes

For a thicker soup, mash more of the potatoes. For a lighter soup, use less heavy cream or substitute with additional milk. The key is to find the right balance of starch and dairy to achieve the perfect creamy texture.