Herbed Potato Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of creamy, flavorful Herbed Potato Soup, a comforting classic elevated with fresh herbs and rich, velvety textures. This hearty yet elegant soup features tender russet potatoes simmered to perfection with aromatic garlic, sweet yellow onion, and a fragrant medley of thyme, rosemary, and parsley. The addition of heavy cream gives it a luscious finish, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a touch of savory indulgence. Perfect for chilly evenings, this simple one-pot recipe takes just an hour to prepare and serves up to six people. Whether you’re serving it as a satisfying appetizer or a soul-warming main course, this Herbed Potato Soup is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! Keywords: creamy potato soup, herbed soup recipe, comfort food, vegetarian soup recipe, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 5 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil, allowing the butter to melt completely.

Step 4

Add the onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the potatoes and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged. Add the bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard it.

Step 9

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches.

Step 10

Return the pot to low heat and stir in the heavy cream.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve the soup warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2855.9 grams (2855.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3070

Total Fat 145.10g	186%
Saturated Fat 77.00g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.90g
Cholesterol 350mg	117%
Sodium 6324mg	275%
Total Carbohydrate 356.50g	130%
Dietary Fiber 38.20g	136%
Total Sugars 36.10g
Protein 81.10g	162%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1079mg	83%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 9212mg	196%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 46.7%