Description
This Roasted Garlic Potato Soup is a comforting and creamy soup perfect for chilly days. It combines the robust flavors of roasted garlic with tender potatoes, simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. Enhanced with sautéed onions and fresh parsley, this hearty soup is both simple to make and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large head roasted garlic
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Liquids and oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté The Onion: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot with the onions and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
- Boil Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Cook Potatoes: Add the peeled and cubed potatoes, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to the boiling broth. Return to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- Incorporate Roasted Garlic: Stir in the head of roasted garlic into the soup for a deep, sweet garlic flavor.
- Blend Soup: For a creamier texture, mash some of the potato pieces with a spoon or use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and optionally garnish with toppings like croutons or cheese for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Roasting the garlic beforehand mellows its flavor, giving the soup a sweet, rich garlic taste.
- Using an immersion blender helps create a smooth soup without needing to transfer hot liquids to a blender.
- Adjust the consistency by blending more or less depending on your preference.
- Optional toppings like shredded cheese, crispy bacon, or fresh herbs can enhance the soup.
- This soup can be made vegan by ensuring vegetable broth is used and no dairy toppings are added.
