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Easy Creamy Irish Potato Soup

Easy Creamy Irish Potato Soup

This creamy Irish potato soup is rich and comforting, perfect for cold days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 lb russet potatoes Peeled and diced
  • 1 cup onion Chopped
  • 0.75 cup celery Chopped
  • 4 cup vegetable broth Low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a richer texture
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper Freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp thyme Dried

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot, combine diced potatoes, chopped onion, chopped celery, and vegetable broth.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and thyme, stirring well to combine.
  • Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches.
  • Serve hot, garnished with extra thyme or chives if desired.

Notes

This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread. For extra flavor, add crumbled bacon as a topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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