This creamy and comforting potato soup is perfect for a cozy meal. It's made with simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, and broth, and is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer until potatoes are tender, around 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or blend in batches using a regular blender.
- Stir in the milk or cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through but do not boil.
- Serve hot, garnished with chives or bacon bits if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg