Description
Roasted Garlic Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that perfectly blends the rich flavors of roasted garlic with tender potatoes. This delightful soup is not only simple to prepare but also provides a velvety texture that warms the soul. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite herbs and spices. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. With straightforward instructions and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll enjoy making this delicious soup as much as you will savoring each spoonful. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this bowl of homemade goodness!
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 bulb roasted garlic
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- While garlic roasts, peel and dice the potatoes and chop the onion.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and squeezed roasted garlic cloves into the pot with enough vegetable broth to cover by an inch.
- Bring to boil, then reduce heat to simmer until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes).
- Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender. Stir in cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup / 240g
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. - Adjust the consistency by varying the amount of broth when blending. - Top with crispy bacon bits or chives for extra flavor.
