Description
Stewed potato soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days when you crave something warm and hearty. This creamy soup blends starchy potatoes with vibrant carrots and aromatic vegetables to create a nourishing dish that feels like a hug in a bowl. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s excellent for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Customize it by adding leftover veggies or herbs, making it a delightful staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by peeling and chopping the potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the diced potatoes.
- Pour in vegetable broth to cover the vegetables generously. Bring to a gentle boil and then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth but leave some chunks for texture.
- Stir in heavy cream (or coconut milk) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through without boiling again.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or fresh herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg