Introduction
Creamy garlic potato soup is made with potatoes, garlic, and cream, creating a creamy and satisfying meal that is easy to make. This soup is sure to become a favourite thanks to its great garlic taste and rich, creamy texture. Savor this soup’s cosy, warming flavours while consuming a nutritious serving of food.
Quick Highlights:
Main ingredients – Potatoes, garlic, Parmesan cheese and heavy cream
Time – 50 mins {Preparation time – 20 – 25 mins, cooking time – 30 mins}; Servings – 8
Nutrients – Rich in protein, vitamin C, potassium, antioxidants and fibre
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantity |
| 1. Potatoes | 6 cups (cubed) |
| 2. Onions | Half cup (chopped) |
| 3. Garlic | 4 cloves |
| 4. Chicken broth | 4 cups |
| 5. Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| 6. Parmesan cheese | 1/4 cup (grated) |
| 7. Butter | 1 tablespoon |
| 8. Salt | Add to taste |
| 9. Black pepper | Add to taste |
Preparation of the ingredients
1. Peel and dice the potatoes
2. Chop onion and garlic
3. Shred Parmesan cheese
Preparing the soup
1. Melt the butter and then dry heat the onions and garlic until onions are fragrant.
2. Fill the pot with chicken stock and potatoes. Wait till it boils and then simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
3. Once the potatoes are tender, blend the soup to puree until smooth.
4. Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to the soup before bringing it back to a simmer. Heat the soup over low heat until it’s warmed through.
5. Flavor salt and pepper according to taste in the soup.
6. Spoon the hot soup into bowls.
Variations on the recipe
- Add chopped parsley, peas, celery or croutons as a garnish to the soup.
- To boost the nutritious value of the soup, stir in some chopped carrots.
- To make the soup vegan, add vegetable broth instead of chicken stock.
Nutritional Information:
One serving (1 cup) of creamy garlic potato soup made according to this recipe contains approximately:
1. Calories: 240 kcal
2. Fat: 14g
3. Carbohydrates: 24g
4. Protein: 6g
5. Sodium: 320mg
6. Sugar: 3g
7. Fiber: 3g