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Roasted Garlic Potato Soup

Roasted Garlic Potato Soup
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Warm up with creamy, flavorful Roasted Garlic Potato Soup—perfect for cozy meals that comfort and satisfy every time. This irresistibly smooth soup blends tender starchy potatoes with the sweet, mellow depths of roasted garlic and a silky finish of cream. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it offers rich taste and comforting warmth, ideal for chilly evenings or as a simple, impressive starter.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4–5 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 whole bulb of garlic
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Shredded cheddar, Parmesan, or Gruyère (for cheesy variation)
  • Crispy bacon bits or diced ham (for topping)
  • Additional vegetables such as carrots, celery, or leeks
  • Spices like smoked paprika, cayenne, or red pepper flakes (for a spicy kick)

Instructions

  1. Roast the garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off a whole garlic bulb to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap tightly in foil. Roast for 35-40 minutes until soft and golden brown, developing a sweet, mellow flavor.
  2. Prepare the base: While garlic roasts, peel and chop potatoes into even chunks and finely dice the onion. Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onions until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine ingredients and simmer: Add chopped potatoes and squeeze roasted garlic cloves from the bulb into the pot with the onions. Pour in broth, season lightly with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Blend until smooth: Use an immersion blender in the pot or carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender. Blend until silky smooth, adjusting thickness as needed with extra broth or cream.
  5. Finish and season: Stir in cream or milk to add richness; adjust salt, pepper, and add fresh herbs if desired. Warm gently before serving piping hot.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or Russets for the creamiest texture.
  • Roasting the garlic is essential to remove harshness and bring out mellow, sweet depth.
  • Blend carefully to avoid splatters; use an immersion blender slowly or blend in small batches.
  • Adjust soup consistency by adding more broth to thin or less broth to thicken. Mashed potato can thicken too.
  • Lightly toast herbs or spices beforehand to enhance their flavor and warmth.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; flavors deepen overnight.
  • Freeze cooled soup in airtight containers up to 2 months; add cream after reheating for best texture.
  • Reheat gently over low heat stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

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