Easy Creamy Potato Soup Recipe
A comforting and creamy potato soup made with fresh vegetables and a touch of cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 carrots diced
- 6 russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon salt more to taste
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 cups low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream OR fat free half and half
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated cheddar or white cheddar cheese
- optional garnishes cooked and crumbled bacon or bacon bits, fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley, cracked black pepper, cheddar or parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large stock pot over medium-high heat, combine onions, celery, carrots, garlic, and butter. Stir until butter is melted, then cook 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Add potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in broth, bring to a low boil, and cook for 10 minutes until potatoes begin to get tender.
- Stir flour into the milk and gradually add into the soup along with heavy cream or half and half. Cook for another 5 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Transfer in batches to a blender and puree until smooth. Return to pot, stir in cheese until melted, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs, cracked black pepper, and cooked bacon if desired.
Notes
For a smoother texture, ensure potatoes are fully tender before blending. Exercise caution when blending hot liquids by allowing them to cool slightly or using a blender with a vent.