Dawn's Creamy Potato Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Dawn's Creamy Potato Soup, a rich and velvety classic that's perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you crave a hearty, homemade meal. This soup features tender Russet potatoes simmered with sautéed onion and garlic in a flavorful chicken broth, thickened with a luscious roux for that perfect creamy texture. Infused with hints of dried thyme and finished with whole milk, heavy cream, and melted sharp cheddar cheese, every spoonful is indulgently delicious. The soup is customizable with optional garnishes like crumbled bacon and fresh parsley for an added burst of flavor. Ready in just an hour and serving six, this soul-soothing recipe is a must-try for potato soup lovers seeking a deliciously satisfying dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 small Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 3 tablespoons Crumbled cooked bacon (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash, peel, and dice the potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves, then sauté them in the melted butter until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while continuing to stir to avoid lumps.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender (or transferring half of the soup to a countertop blender), blend the soup until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preferred texture.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, crumbled bacon, or extra cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3064.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3292.2

Total Fat 187.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 573.7mg	0%
Sodium 6462.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.7g
Protein 99.3g	0%

Vitamin D 223.7IU	0%
Calcium 1698.2mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 7688.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 35.7%