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The Ultimate Creamy Potato Soup

The Ultimate Creamy Potato Soup
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The Ultimate Creamy Potato Soup is a comforting and indulgent dish featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes blended with silky cream and savory spices. This easy-to-make soup offers unmatched creaminess, simple ingredients, and versatile options with customizable toppings and variations. Perfect for cozy family dinners or solo indulgence, it can be prepared in under an hour and adapted to suit dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Variations & Toppings

  • 4–6 slices crispy bacon, chopped (for bacon lover’s twist)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or Gruyere cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (to substitute butter for vegan version)
  • 1 cup coconut milk (to substitute heavy cream for vegan version)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or cayenne pepper (for spice)
  • Fresh rosemary or dill (alternative herbs)
  • Dollop of sour cream (for serving)
  • Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into even chunks to ensure even cooking. Finely chop the onions and mince the garlic to maximize their flavor when sautéed.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until translucent and fragrant to build a flavorful base.
  3. Cook the Potatoes: Add diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the butter and aromatics. Pour in enough chicken or vegetable broth to fully cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Blend to Creamy Perfection: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer soup in batches to a blender and blend before returning to the pot.
  5. Add Cream and Season: Stir in the heavy cream gently over low heat. Season the soup with salt, pepper, and freshly chopped thyme or parsley. Warm the soup through without boiling to preserve creaminess.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Ladle into bowls and top with optional crispy bacon bits, shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh chives as desired. Serve with crusty artisan bread, garlic toast, or a fresh green salad.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or Russet for the best creamy texture.
  • Simmer potatoes until just tender to avoid overcooking and maintain flavor.
  • An immersion blender provides the easiest and most consistent pureeing.
  • Adjust cream quantity to control soup richness to your preference.
  • Season in layers, tasting and adjusting after each major step for perfect flavor balance.
  • For vegan version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk and butter with olive oil.
  • Freeze soup without cream; add cream after reheating to maintain texture.
  • Slow cooker method: cook all ingredients except cream on low for 6-8 hours, then blend and stir in cream before serving.

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