Creamy Potato Soup: Your Ultimate Cozy Comfort Food!
This creamy potato soup is a must-try for anyone seeking warm comfort food during chilly days, packed with flavor and customizable toppings.
Equipment
- - Large pot
- immersion blender
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
- 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
- 3 cloves Garlic Use garlic powder if fresh is not available.
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Opt for gluten-free flour for gluten-free potato soup.
- 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian alternative.
- 1 cup Milk Whole milk is recommended; almond milk is a good dairy-free substitute.
For the Creamy Texture
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free version.
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream Consider using Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
For the Potatoes
- 2 pounds Gold Potatoes Russet potatoes can also work.
For Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper Freshly ground pepper gives the best flavor.
- to taste Salt Essential for proper seasoning.
- 1 teaspoon Ancho Chili Powder Optional for added depth.
For Garnishing
- 6 slices Bacon Use turkey bacon or skip for a vegetarian option.
- Toppings (optional) Crispy bacon, shredded sharp cheddar, extra sour cream, fresh chives.
Instructions
How to Make Hearty Potato Soup
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium-high heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Add the unsalted butter to the bacon fat, melt it, then add diced onion. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add all-purpose flour. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth and milk while stirring. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and optional chili powder. Add diced Yukon Gold potatoes and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Blend half the soup until smooth, then return it to the pot.
- Stir in room temperature sour cream and most of the bacon bits. Simmer gently for another 5-10 minutes.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with reserved crispy bacon, cheddar, extra sour cream, and chives.
Notes
For optimal results, follow the expert tips provided in the article.