Garlic Potato Soup
Cozy Up with Creamy Garlic Potato Soup!
Is there anything more comforting than a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day? This Garlic Potato Soup is the perfect blend of creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. It’s a vegan-friendly recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste – seriously, you won’t miss the dairy! We’ve perfected this recipe to be quick enough for a weeknight meal but delicious enough to impress guests.
This soup is incredibly versatile. It’s a fantastic base for adding other vegetables like leeks or carrots. You can also adjust the seasoning to your liking – a pinch of smoked paprika adds a lovely depth of flavor. The key is using good quality ingredients and blending until super smooth for that luxurious texture.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Potato Soup:
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes!
- Vegan & Delicious: Plant-based goodness that everyone will enjoy.
- Comfort Food at its Finest: Warm, creamy, and satisfying.
- Budget-Friendly: Uses simple, affordable ingredients.
- Versatile: Easily customizable to your taste.
Tips for the Best Soup:
- Potato Choice: Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes work best for a creamy texture.
- Blending: Don’t be afraid to add more reserved water to achieve your desired consistency.
- Seasoning: Taste as you go and adjust salt and pepper accordingly.
- Garnish: A dollop of vegan sour cream and fresh chives elevate the presentation and flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use other types of broth?
A: Absolutely! Vegetable broth or even chicken broth (if you’re not vegan) will work well.
Q: Can I make this soup ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can! Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: Yes, but the texture may change slightly upon thawing. It’s best to freeze it in smaller portions.
Q: What if I don’t have a food processor or blender?
A: While a blender or food processor is ideal for achieving a super smooth texture, you can mash the potatoes thoroughly with a potato masher. The soup will be a bit chunkier, but still delicious!
Q: Can I add other vegetables to this soup?
A: Definitely! Leeks, carrots, celery, or even spinach would be great additions. Add them when you sauté the onion and garlic.
Get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort! This Garlic Potato Soup is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Garlic Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 3 medium potatoes, cubed
- 2 large cloves garlic, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 TBSB Better Than Bouillion vegan broth
- 2 TBSB olive oil For sautéing
- to taste salt To taste
- to taste pepper To taste
Instructions
- Sautée 2 large cloves garlic, 1 large onion and salt and pepper in 2 TBSB olive oil until transparent. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Boil 4 cups water, 1 TBSB Better Than Bouillion vegan broth and potatoes for 15 or until tender.
- Strain potatoes into blender/food processor and reserve water.
- Add 1½ cup reserved water and garlic/onion to blender/food processor. Blend until smooth adding more water as necessary.
- Blend remaining reserved water with contents of blender.
- Serve immediately.
- Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and chives
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