Description
Roasted Garlic Potato Soup is a comforting and creamy dish that embodies warmth and flavor in every spoonful. Infused with the rich sweetness of roasted garlic, this soup elevates simple ingredients like potatoes and onions into a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for cozy nights or as an elegant starter for gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is both satisfying and nourishing. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that pleases everyone. With its velvety texture and deep flavors, Roasted Garlic Potato Soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (like Russets)
- 1 head of garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Peel and chop potatoes into small cubes; add them to the pot along with salt and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable broth to cover potatoes, bring to a boil, then simmer until tender (about 20 minutes).
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the pot and blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in cream or coconut milk over low heat, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing, Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg