Best Potato Soup
Discover the Best Potato Soup, a creamy and comforting dish perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 cups potatoes peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup carrots diced
- ½ cup celery chopped
Base
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
Seasonings & Toppings
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup green onions sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and dice the potatoes, then chop all vegetables and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the broth while stirring to avoid lumps, then bring to a simmer.
- Add potatoes and cook for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Lightly mash some of the potatoes to create a creamy texture.
- Stir in milk or cream and gradually add shredded cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Simmer for a few more minutes, then serve hot with desired garnishes.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting and better texture. Mash only part of the potatoes to keep a balance between creamy and chunky. Add extra broth or milk when reheating to restore the creamy consistency.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
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