Creamy Potato Soup
This creamy potato soup is a comforting and flavorful gluten-free classic. The combination of potatoes, broth, and dairy-free milk creates a rich and satisfying soup perfect for a chilly day.
45 min
Total Time
4
Servings
easy
Difficulty
15 min
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Russet Potatoes
- 1 Yellow Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 6 cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 cup Dairy-Free Milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
- 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
- 1/4 cup Dairy-Free Sour Cream
- 2 tbsp Fresh Chives
- 2 tbsp Dairy-Free Butter
- 1/4 tsp Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- 1
Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and thyme to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- 4
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a regular blender in batches and blend until smooth, then return to the pot.
- 5
Stir in the dairy-free milk, nutritional yeast, and dairy-free butter. Heat through gently, but do not boil.
- 6
Remove from heat and stir in dairy-free sour cream.
- 7
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chives and a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips & Notes
- •For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth.
- •If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender, but be sure to vent the lid while blending hot soup to prevent pressure buildup.
- •To make the soup even creamier, add a tablespoon of dairy-free cream cheese along with the milk.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.