Creamy Potato Soup

This Creamy Potato Soup is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for chilly days. Made with simple ingredients, it delivers rich flavors and a velvety texture that warms the soul.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 400 grams, peeled and diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh chives - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and carrot, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If a blender is used, allow the soup to cool slightly before blending in batches.
5. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Heat through for another 5 minutes without boiling.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in potassium from potatoes, supporting heart health.
• Provides dietary fiber, aiding in digestion.

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