Description
Creamy Potato and Pea Soup Delight is a comforting and easy-to-make soup that blends tender potatoes and sweet peas into a smooth, velvety base flavored with garlic, onion, and thyme. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup uses simple ingredients and can be made vegetarian or vegan with a substitution of coconut milk for cream.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a vegan option)
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent and tender, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Add the peeled and diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring the potatoes are covered. Stir in thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
- Add Peas and Cook: Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes until they are tender and heated through.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer batches to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add Cream and Heat Through: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk, warming the soup gently over low heat. Do not boil after adding cream to avoid curdling.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or chives. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and heavy cream with coconut milk.
- You can add a pinch of nutmeg for a subtle warm flavor.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, only partially blend the soup.
- Use fresh or frozen peas depending on the season and availability.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
