Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to desired consistency.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cream and vegetable broth.
- Add bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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