Go Back
–+ servings
creamy potato soup

Classic Creamy Potato Soup

This creamy potato soup is smooth, rich, and comforting. Made with simple ingredients, it’s perfect for cozy dinners and easy meal prep.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Ingredients
  

Soup Base

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant.
  • Add potatoes and broth, then bring to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Blend until smooth, then stir in cream, salt, and pepper.

Notes

Garnish with croutons, herbs, or cheese for extra flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 740mgPotassium: 880mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 520IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 2.2mg
Keyword comfort food, Creamy Potato Soup, easy soup
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!