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Potato Soup

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60 min
4 servings
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On a brisk day when you just want to unwind and feel cozy, nothing hits the spot quite like a homemade bowl of potato soup. This straightforward recipe captures the essence of comfort with its tender potatoes cooked until they melt in your mouth, bathed in a creamy broth seasoned delicately with thyme. It’s all about embracing the basics – a silky yet hearty texture that welcomes you back for another spoonful. Top it off with some sharp cheese and fresh chives for an extra layer of flavor that makes this dish truly feel like home cooking. Whether it's dinner for your family or simply a soothing treat to cap off your day, this potato soup is like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket.

What you need?

large potatoes6' large potatoes
cloves garlic3' cloves garlic
Fresh chiveschopped' Fresh chives
shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup' shredded cheddar cheese
heavy cream1 cup' heavy cream
chicken or vegetable broth4 cups' chicken or vegetable broth
pepperto taste' pepper
dried thyme1/2 teaspoon' dried thyme
paprika1/2 teaspoon' paprika
onion1 large' onion
Saltto taste' Salt

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Picture this: a chilly evening, wrapped in your favorite sweater, seeking solace in a bowl of comforting homemade potato soup. The simplicity of tender potatoes bathed in a flavorful broth, infused with hints of thyme, promises a delightful experience. Each velvety spoonful, speckled with hearty potato chunks, offers a textural harmony that warms the soul. Topped with sharp cheese and fresh chives, this soup embodies the essence of homely indulgence—a warm embrace in every bite.

Steps to follow

1
chop
10 minutes

Peel and chop the potatoes into cubes, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.

2
sauté
5 minutes

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.

3
add
5 minutes

Add the chopped potatoes, broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

4
stir
5 minutes

Once the potatoes are tender, add the heavy cream and stir well. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

5
blend
5 minutes

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency. If you prefer a chunkier texture, mash the potatoes lightly with a fork instead.

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6
garnish
2 minutes

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped chives and shredded cheese on top.

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