How to Make Absolutely Ultimate Potato Soup Like A Professional

Thickening Techniques

There are several fantastic ways to thicken your soups, and you don’t need to be a culinary wizard to pull them off. The key is understanding your ingredients and a little bit of elbow grease (or a blender) here and there!

Classic Potato Soup Recipe

Let’s kick things off with a delicious potato soup recipe that incorporates everything we just learned. This recipe will keep your tummy happy and your friends impressed!

Ingredients:

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, but who really says no to cheese?)
• Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
2. Add the diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 15-20 minutes).
3. Once the potatoes are soft, you can use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it reaches your desired thickness. If you like it chunkier, just mash some of the potatoes with a fork!
4. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper. If you’re feeling extra fancy, now’s the time to toss in that cheddar cheese and let it melt.
5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and maybe even a sprinkle of extra cheese if you’re feeling wild!

And there you have it! A thick, creamy, and utterly delicious potato soup that will make all your thin soup worries vanish. So grab your spoon and dig in. You’re officially the soup master now!