Creamy Potato Soup Chives (Print View)
Velvety blend of tender potatoes, cream, and fresh chives served warm and comforting.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2.2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 stalk celery, diced
05 - 1 medium carrot, diced
06 - 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives (plus extra for garnish)
→ Liquids
07 - 4 cups vegetable broth
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Seasonings
10 - 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
11 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
# How to Make:
01 - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic, being careful not to burn.
03 - Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are completely tender when pierced with a fork.
04 - Remove from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until completely smooth and velvety. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a countertop blender and return to the pot.
05 - Stir in heavy cream and chopped chives. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Warm through over low heat for 2-3 minutes, but do not allow to boil.
06 - Ladle hot soup into serving bowls and garnish with additional fresh chives. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The texture transforms from humble spuds into something restaurant-worthy in under an hour.
- This soup welcomes modifications like an old friend swapping stories at the kitchen table.
02 -
- Never boil the soup after adding the cream or it will separate into an unappealing, grainy mess.
- An immersion blender saves you from transferring hot liquid and creates fewer dishes to wash.
03 -
- Yukon Gold potatoes need less peeling since their skins are thin and tender.
- A pinch of cayenne pepper alongside the nutmeg adds subtle warmth without actual heat.