Cozy Creamy Potato Soup Bowls
Warm up with our Cozy Creamy Potato Soup Bowls, a comforting blend of velvety russet potatoes, rich cream, and fragrant herbs. This easy-to-make recipe evokes childhood nostalgia, making it perfect for chilly nights or gathering with friends. Enjoy every spoonful of this luscious soup that wraps you in warmth and flavor, complemented by crusty bread or croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for vegan option)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh thyme or chives for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add diced potatoes to the pot along with vegetable broth until potatoes are covered by about an inch. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth (or leave some chunks for texture).
- Stir in heavy cream gradually while seasoning generously with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - For a vegan version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk or nut-based cream. - Add kale or spinach for extra nutrition. - If the soup is too thick after cooking, stir in a splash of broth.