Homemade German Potato Soup
A comforting and creamy potato soup with earthy flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup dairy-free cream (or heavy cream for non-vegan version)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes, cooking for a few more minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes).
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches.
- Stir in dairy-free cream (or heavy cream), thyme, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, omit the cream. This soup holds its flavor well and is great for meal prep.
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