Description
Garlic Potato Soup: The Ultimate Bowl of Cozy Comfort is a delightful dish that warms you from the inside out. This creamy and savory soup features the bold flavors of garlic, fresh herbs, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a perfect harmony of taste that’s ideal for chilly evenings or meal prepping. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, this comforting soup can be enjoyed as a main course or paired with crusty bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal. Whether you’re cozying up at home or sharing with family and friends, this Garlic Potato Soup will surely please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening)
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or whole milk
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Fresh chives or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic for another 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in flour to create a roux and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add broth while stirring, then include potatoes, thyme, dill, salt, pepper, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend partially with an immersion blender for desired texture.
- Stir in almond milk and cheddar cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like carrots or celery. To make it vegan-friendly, use plant-based milk and omit cheese.