Potato and Garlic Soup with Herbs

Cozy up with a bowl of velvety potato and garlic soup with herbs, a comforting, flavor-packed dish that's both hearty and elegant. This creamy soup combines tender russet or Yukon gold potatoes, rich garlic, and golden sautéed onions, all simmered in a fragrant blend of vegetable broth, dried thyme, and a splash of heavy cream for a luscious texture. Fresh parsley and chives add a vibrant herbal finish, making each spoonful irresistible. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this 50-minute recipe is simple yet indulgent. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying, soul-warming meal that delights both the palate and the senses. Keywords: potato and garlic soup, creamy soup recipe, easy soup recipes, herb-infused soup, comforting dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Potatoes (russet or Yukon gold, peeled and diced)
• 4 large Garlic cloves (peeled and minced)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cups Vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 4 slices Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and starts to foam.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the diced potatoes, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, coating the potatoes in the butter and seasonings.

Step 4

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.

Step 5

Remove the pot from the heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and carefully blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Let the soup simmer on low heat for 5 minutes to combine flavors.

Step 7

Ladle the soup into serving bowls, and garnish each bowl with fresh parsley and chives.

Step 8

Serve hot with slices of crusty bread on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2474.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2484.1

Total Fat 126.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 302mg	0%
Sodium 4246.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 40.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338.3mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 4285.4mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 46.9%