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Delicious bowl of Pioneer Woman potato soup garnished with herbs

Cozy Potato Soup

This creamy and comforting potato soup is made with pantry staples and comes together in about 30 minutes. Perfect for chilly evenings, it's easy to adjust for personal taste.
Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup, Starter
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced (Russet or Yukon Gold) Yukon Golds give a naturally creamier texture; russets break down more for a fluffier body.
  • 1 whole onion, chopped (yellow or sweet onion)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or dairy-free creamer.
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Green onions or chives for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Turn up the heat and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Turn off the heat. Mash some potatoes with a potato masher for a chunky texture, or use an immersion blender briefly for a smoother soup.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and warm gently for a few minutes; do not boil after adding the cream.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 810mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

You can swap the heavy cream for half-and-half to cut some richness or use a dairy-free creamer if needed. For a lighter version, reduce the cream and add a splash of milk at the end.

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