The 30-Minute Miracle: Creamy Potato Soup

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Rich, hearty comfort food in half the time

When the craving for cozy comfort food strikes, nothing beats a big bowl of creamy potato soup. The best part? This recipe tastes like it simmered all day, but it’s ready in just 30 minutes! 🥔✨ Made with tender potatoes, onions, garlic, a touch of cream, and simple seasonings, this soup is rich, hearty, and oh-so-satisfying. Perfect for chilly evenings, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, it’s a recipe your family will ask for again and again. Pair it with crusty bread or a crisp green salad, and you’ve got comfort in a bowl—fast.

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4–6

Ingredients List

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes (Yukon gold or russet)
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half
  • ½ cup heavy cream (for extra richness)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
  • Chopped green onions or crispy beef bacon (for garnish)

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Ladle
  • Potato masher or immersion blender

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics: Heat butter in a large pot. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant. 🧄✨
  2. Add potatoes & broth: Stir in diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and thyme. Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 12–15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  3. Make it creamy: Mash about half the potatoes in the pot with a masher (or blend with immersion blender for smoother texture). Stir in milk and cream.
  4. Taste & adjust: Simmer 2–3 more minutes, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve hot: Ladle into bowls, top with shredded cheddar, green onions, and crispy beef bacon bits. 🥣💛

Pro Tips

  • Storage: Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
  • Freezer-friendly: Skip the dairy before freezing; stir it in after reheating for the best texture.
  • Lighter option: Use all milk instead of cream for fewer calories but still creamy flavor.
  • Serving idea: Pair with a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort meal.

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 bowl35010g42g17g4g5g