Creamy potato soup with croutons

Name: Creamy potato soup with croutons
Ingredients: 600g potatoes; 2 carrots; 1 celery; 1 onion; 150g butter; 1 teaspoon flour; 250g sour cream; salt; pepper; bread croutons; greens

Soups - Creamy potato soup with croutons by Florenta P. - Recipia

Potato cream soup is an excellent choice for chilly days or when you need a comforting dish. This simple yet flavorful recipe will win you over from the very first spoonful. If you are looking for an alternative to potato soup, this cream soup is an ideal option, being both easy to prepare and extremely delicious. To start, prepare the necessary ingredients: 500 g of potatoes, 2 carrots, one onion, 1 celery, 1 liter of water, 200 ml of cooking cream, 50 g of butter, salt, and pepper to taste. Make sure the vegetables are fresh, as they will significantly influence the final taste of the soup. Begin by peeling and chopping all the vegetables into evenly sized cubes so they cook evenly. Once prepared, add the vegetables to a large pot with cold water and a teaspoon of salt. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and let the vegetables simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft and easy to mash. After the vegetables are cooked, remove them from the water using a slotted spoon and let them cool slightly. At this point, keep the water in which the vegetables were cooked, as this will be the base of the soup and will add extra flavor. Using a hand blender or food processor, puree the cooked vegetables until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture. If you prefer a thinner soup, gradually add some hot water, adjusting the consistency to your liking. Once you have a homogeneous cream, add the butter, cooking cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix the ingredients well to incorporate all the flavors. Let the soup simmer on low heat for a few minutes to heat evenly and allow the ingredients to combine. Serve the potato cream soup hot, garnished with crispy croutons or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor. This soup is not only comforting but also extremely versatile; you can adapt it by adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill, or even a pinch of nutmeg for a more refined taste. Enjoy your meal!

Ingredients

600g potatoes
2 carrots
1 celery
1 onion
150g butter
1 teaspoon flour
250g sour cream
salt
pepper
bread croutons
greens

Preparation

The cleaned and chopped vegetables are boiled in salted water. They are drained after boiling and then mashed, after which butter, cream, and the water they were boiled in are added to achieve the desired consistency. It is mixed well, and then the taste is adjusted with salt and pepper. The potato cream soup is served hot with simple or lightly fried croutons in a little butter.

Creamy potato soup with croutons

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