Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade carrot potato soup, a delightful blend that captures the essence of comfort food. This creamy soup is not only budget-friendly but also simple to prepare using everyday ingredients. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a cozy meal with friends, it delivers a satisfying balance of natural sweetness from carrots and heartiness from potatoes. With the ability to freeze well, you can easily make a large batch for future enjoyment. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete, wholesome dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 celery stick, chopped
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Italian herbs, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter or olive oil. Add the onion with a pinch of salt and pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add carrots, potatoes, celery, herbs, salt, and pepper; cook for 2–3 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cover; cook for about 20 minutes.
- Once cooked, allow to cool slightly before blending about one cup of the soup until smooth. Return blended soup to the pot and stir to combine.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and stir in fresh parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg