Easy and Creamy Potato Soup Recipe (Print Version)

This potato soup recipe is simple to make and tastes amazing! A comforting and hearty meal for any day.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, can be easily made vegan

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes
02 - 6 cups Vegetable Broth
03 - 1 cup Heavy Cream
04 - 1 large Yellow Onion
05 - 4 cloves Garlic

→ Seasonings & Spices

06 - Salt
07 - Pepper
08 - 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme

→ Garnish & Toppings

09 - Fresh Thyme sprigs
10 - Sour cream or Crème Fraîche (optional)

→ Optional Extras

11 - Cooked bacon or sausage
12 - Roasted butternut squash

# Instructions:

01 - Peel and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Wash thoroughly!
02 - Melt butter in a pot, sauté onion until soft and golden, then add garlic until fragrant.
03 - Add potatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender (15-20 mins). Stir occasionally!
04 - Carefully transfer to a blender (or use an immersion blender), add cream and thyme, blend until smooth. Be cautious with hot liquids!
05 - Return to pot, season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed!
06 - Garnish and serve warm. Leftovers are even better the next day!

# Notes:

01 - Don’t overcook the potatoes!
02 - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
03 - Sweet potatoes make a surprisingly delicious swap!
04 - Serve with crusty bread for dipping!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large pot
02 - blender or immersion blender

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 300 calories (per serving, approximate)
Total Fat: 18 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 30 grams
Protein: 8 grams

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