Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Creamy Potato Soup from The Food Charlatan recipe. Simple ingredients and easy steps create a velvety, flavorful soup perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion (about 1 small onion)
- 1 cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 2 cups milk (whole milk or 2% is recommended for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh chives, shredded cheddar cheese, cooked bacon bits, sour cream for serving
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3. Add the cubed Yukon Gold potatoes and the chicken or vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- 4. Once the potatoes are tender, remove the pot from the heat. Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. You can blend it completely smooth for a velvety texture, or leave it slightly chunky. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can carefully transfer batches of the soup to a regular blender (venting the lid) and blend until smooth, or use a potato masher.
- 5. Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Return the pot to low heat and gently warm the soup through, but do not boil.
- 6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed. If the soup is too thick, you can add a little more milk or broth to reach your preferred consistency.
- 7. Serve piping hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Can also be frozen in freezer-safe containers for longer storage. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, avoiding boiling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 350-450 (varies with dairy)
- Sugar: Approx. 5-8g
- Sodium: Approx. 500-800mg (varies)
- Fat: Approx. 20-30g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30-40g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
- Protein: Approx. 10-15g