Grandma's Creamy Potato Soup

Transport yourself to the heart of comfort food with Grandma’s Creamy Potato Soup—a timeless recipe brimming with hearty flavors and a rich, velvety texture. Made with tender russet potatoes, sautéed onions, and a touch of garlic, this soup is blended to creamy perfection with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of savory chicken or vegetable broth. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, and fresh parsley, this soul-warming dish is perfect for chilly nights or when you crave a taste of nostalgia. Ready in just under an hour and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a family favorite, delivering the ultimate bowl of coziness. Whether you're serving it as a main course or pairing it with crusty bread, Grandma's Creamy Potato Soup is sure to impress and bring people to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 medium Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Cooked bacon (crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Set them aside in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.

Step 2

Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring often.

Step 4

Drain the potatoes and add them to the pot. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 5

Carefully use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender. If a chunkier texture is desired, blend only part of the soup.

Step 6

Return the blended soup to the pot (if using a countertop blender). Stir in the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat the soup on low, but do not let it boil.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy Grandma's comforting, creamy potato soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2971.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3618.0

Total Fat 237.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 661.9mg	0%
Sodium 9243.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 40.3g
Protein 126.5g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 1638.0mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 6737.9mg	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: 59.7%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 26.2%