The Best Creamy Potato Soup Recipe
The Best Creamy Potato Soup Recipe is warm, comforting and perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme fresh or dried
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese cooked bacon bits, chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables
- Peel and dice potatoes. Chop onion and celery. Mince garlic. Keep everything ready for cooking.
Sauté Onion, Garlic, Celery
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and celery. Cook until soft.
Make Roux
- Sprinkle flour over cooked vegetables. Stir constantly for one minute to remove raw flour taste.
Add Stock
- Slowly pour chicken or vegetable stock. Stir constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to gentle boil.
Add Potatoes and Seasonings
- Add diced potatoes, thyme, salt and black pepper. Stir to mix well with liquid.
Simmer Soup
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover pot partially. Cook for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Mash Some Potatoes
- Slightly mash some potatoes with spoon or potato masher for thicker, creamier texture.
Add Milk and Cream
- Pour in milk and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine. Heat until warm but do not boil.
Adjust Seasoning
- Taste soup. Add more salt, pepper or thyme as needed. Stir gently.
Blend (Optional)
- Use immersion blender for smooth texture. Leave some chunks for rustic soup, if preferred.
Add Parsley
- Stir in fresh parsley just before serving for color and freshness.
Serve Soup
- Ladle into bowls. Top with shredded cheese, bacon bits or chopped green onions if desired.
Enjoy Warm
- Serve immediately while warm. Pair with bread or crackers for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use Russet potatoes for thick, creamy soup.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for lighter version.
- Add cooked ham or chicken for protein.
- Blend partially for a chunky texture with smooth base.
- Add corn or carrots for extra flavor and color.
- Use vegetable stock for vegetarian option.
- Top with sour cream for tangy flavor.
- Add smoked paprika or cayenne for a spicy kick.
- Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast.
- Make ahead: soup tastes even better the next day after flavors meld.