Description
This Creamy Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort meal. Rich, velvety, and full of buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, it’s perfect for chilly nights or meal prepping your week. With a few simple toppings, this bowl of soup becomes something truly satisfying.
Ingredients
6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar (optional topping)
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional topping)
2 tablespoons chopped chives (garnish)
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
2. Add the diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
3. Use an immersion blender or transfer in batches to a standard blender. Puree until smooth, leaving some chunks if desired.
4. Lower heat and stir in the heavy cream and sour cream. Warm through gently without boiling.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme if using.
6. Serve hot, topped with cheddar, bacon, and chives as desired.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture.
Don’t let the soup boil after adding cream to avoid curdling.
It freezes well—cool completely and store in freezer-safe containers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy potato soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe