Silky Creamy Vegetable Soup (Print View)
Comforting silky vegetable soup with a creamy texture and fresh herbs, perfect for a light starter or meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, chopped
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
04 - 2 cups assorted chopped vegetables (e.g., cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, celery, leeks)
→ Liquids
05 - 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
06 - 1 cup heavy cream
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white or black pepper
10 - Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
→ Garnish
11 - Fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or dill), finely chopped
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
02 - Stir in the diced potatoes and chopped vegetables. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
04 - Remove the pot from heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches with a countertop blender until completely smooth.
05 - Stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg. Warm gently over low heat without boiling, and adjust seasoning to taste.
06 - Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with finely chopped fresh herbs.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It comes together in under 45 minutes but tastes like you've been cooking all day.
- You can throw in whatever vegetables you have on hand and it always turns out silky and perfect.
- One pot, minimal cleanup, maximum comfort—this is the soup you crave on a Tuesday night.
02 -
- Never let the soup boil after you add the cream—gentle heat is non-negotiable if you want that silky texture to stay silky.
- If your blender feels like it's struggling or your soup is too thick, thin it with a bit more broth or even water; thickness can always be adjusted but rushed blending gives you lumps.
03 -
- If your blender feels overworked, blend in smaller batches—a smoother result is worth a few extra minutes.
- Taste the soup at every stage and adjust seasoning as you go; it's easier to add than to take away.