Week 23

Cozy up with Creamy Potato Soup - Monday, Week 23

Staff

Jun 5, 2023 — 1 min read

As we kick off our potato-centric week, let's start with a heartwarming classic: Creamy Potato Soup. This delightful dish encapsulates comfort in a bowl, perfect for wrapping up a long Monday.

Description

Creamy Potato Soup is the epitome of comfort food, offering a rich, velvety texture bursting with the wholesome taste of potatoes. Served hot, it's a perfect dish to start the week on a comforting note.

Shopping List

4 cups (950 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
2 lbs (900 g) russet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
1 onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped chives for garnish
Bacon bits for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time

Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 30 minutes
Total: 45 minutes

Servings

This recipe makes 4 servings.

Instructions

In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until they are soft and fragrant.
Add the chopped potatoes to the pot and sauté for another 5 minutes.
Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. You could also transfer the soup to a blender to do this, just be careful as it will be hot.
Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives and optional bacon bits.

Wine Pairing

Pair this Creamy Potato Soup with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. The wine's acidity balances the creaminess of the soup, and its fruity notes will highlight the soup's rich flavors.

So, let's start this week by embracing the comfort of a bowl full of creamy, potato goodness. Enjoy!

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