This 3-Ingredient Potato Soup is one of my favorite comfort foods: delicious, creamy, and simple. You can have the ingredients on hand for any time you need a quick meal, and this tasty recipe is really simple and affordable.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Pure comfort food: Ready in about 40 minutes with almost no hands-on effort, this soup warms you from the inside out.
- Budget-friendly: It's hard to believe that with only 3 ingredients you can feed your entire family.
- Incredibly easy: Simmer, blend, stir in the cream - that's all there is to it.
- Crowd-pleasing: Kids love it, adults crave it on chilly days - it's true comfort food that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cubed.
- Chicken or Vegetable Broth: Chicken or vegetable broth both work, and homemade stock gives even more flavor.
- Heavy Cream: Makes the soup rich and velvety. Stir it in at the end over low heat and don't let it boil, or it can curdle.
- Salt and Pepper: Add salt and pepper to taste for seasoning.
- Chives: For garnish and added flavor and visual appeal.
- Shredded Cheese: Top it off with a bit of shredded cheese for bonus flavor.
How to Make 3-Ingredient Potato Soup
- Prep the potatoes. Peel and cut 4 medium-sized potatoes into small, uniform cubes. This ensures even cooking and a smoother texture in the soup.
- Combine potatoes and broth. In a large pot, combine the potato cubes and 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer until tender. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender. This typically takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Blend until smooth. Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the cooked potatoes and broth until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender in batches, exercising caution with hot liquid.
- Return to pot. Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat.
- Add the cream. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously to combine. Ensure the soup heats through without boiling to prevent curdling.
- Season. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as desired. Adjust the quantities based on your preference and the saltiness of the broth.
- Serve. Ladle the creamy potato soup into bowls.
- Garnish. Garnish with optional toppings such as chopped chives and shredded cheese, for added flavor and visual appeal.
*Be sure to check the recipe card down below for the full ingredients list & instructions!*
Variations
- Cheesy: Stir in a cup of shredded cheddar at the end for a cheesy potato soup.
💭 Recipe Pro Tips
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Select starchy potatoes like russet or Yukon Gold for a creamy texture. These potatoes break down easily during cooking, resulting in a smoother soup.
- Uniform Potato Cubes: Cut the potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking. This helps maintain a consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Control the Heat: When bringing the broth and potatoes to a boil, be mindful of the heat. Once boiling, reduce it to medium-low to simmer gently. This prevents the soup from boiling over and ensures the potatoes cook evenly.
- Use an Immersion Blender: An immersion blender is a convenient tool for blending the soup directly in the pot. It eliminates the need to transfer hot liquid to a blender in batches, saving time and minimizing cleanup.
- Add Heavy Cream Gradually: Add the heavy cream slowly while stirring continuously. This prevents curdling and ensures a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Season Thoughtfully: Start with a small amount of salt and pepper and adjust to taste. Remember that the saltiness of the soup can vary based on the broth used, so it's better to add gradually.
FAQs
Can I add in other ingredients?
Of course! You are welcome to add more frozen or fresh meat or vegetables. Before adding any animal products to the potato soup, make sure they are already cooked.
Can this Potato Soup be frozen?
Yes, this soup freezes well! Keep it in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. After that, defrost it overnight and reheat it on the stovetop until heated through (piping hot). Take care not to overcook.
Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes, and it's equally simple. Add the potatoes and broth to the crockpot and cook on low for about four hours, until tender. Blend, then stir in the cream at the end so it doesn't curdle.
How do I make the soup creamier?
Add a little cream or milk at the end, or use a potato masher or immersion blender to break down some of the potatoes.
How long do leftovers keep?
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If it has thickened, thin it with a little milk or broth before reheating.
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Easy 3-Ingredient Potato Soup Recipe
This easy 3-ingredient Potato Soup is so delicious and warm! It's quite full, flavorful, and creamy. The best thing about it is that it's prepared entirely from pantry staples and works well for an empty fridge supper.
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Servings: 6 people
Calories: 254kcal
INGREDIENTS
- 4 medium-sized Potatoes
- 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- Salt and Pepper to Taste optional
Garnish Options (optional):
- Chives for garnish
- Shredded Cheese for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Peel and cut 4 medium-sized potatoes into small, uniform cubes. This ensures even cooking and a smoother texture in the soup.
- In a large pot, combine the potato cubes and 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender. This typically takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the cooked potatoes and broth until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender in batches, exercising caution with hot liquid.
- Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat.
- Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously to combine. Ensure the soup heats through without boiling to prevent curdling.
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as desired. Adjust the quantities based on your preference and the saltiness of the broth.
- Ladle the creamy potato soup into bowls.
- Garnish with optional toppings such as chopped chives, shredded cheese, for added flavor and visual appeal.
NUTRITION
Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 988mg | Potassium: 664mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 589IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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dana says
I can't believe this soup calls for so little ingredients yet delivers such big flavor! This was an absolute hit here. Thank you!
Imsen says
thank you so much for your comment and super happy you liked it!
Lauren Vavala Harris says
This soup os such a great idea when you're not really in the mood to make a big meal or in need of a grocery store run as was the case for me - ha! It could not be more simple or more delicious!
Imsen says
Hey! thank you so much for your comment! and glad you liked the recipe!
Andrea says
Minimal effort to make and you end up with a hearty, creamy and fantastic soup.
Kechi says
Looks tasty and delicious, this is on my list of soups to try! Love that it uses only a few ingredients!!
Anjali says
This soup was so unbelievably easy and turned out so well!! It was super creamy, rich, and so comforting. Tasted great with a side of crusty bread!
Karlie says
It doesn't get easier than this! I didn't think the soup would work without onions, but I used the vegetable broth which had an oniony flavor and added the chives at the end. Delicious!
TAYLER ROSS says
This potato soup could not have been easier- and it was so delicious! Definitely going on our regular rotation.
Stephanie says
I was surprised how delicious this soup is with only three ingredients. It was so inviting and comforting to serve with our dinner. Saving this recipe as the family has already asked for potato soup again.
Rosemary says
A super simple soup that you can't go wrong with. Easy enough for anyone to make at home. This will become a regular this season. Thanks for sharing!
Anjali says
This was such an easy, comforting, lazy dinner recipe! I served it with some crusty bread and a side salad and it was the absolute perfect weeknight meal!