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Creamy Roasted Garlic & Potato Soup (Easy 30-Min Recipe)

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A quick and comforting soup that tastes like it simmered for hours, made with roasted garlic and simple ingredients in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 whole heads garlic
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 4–5 medium), peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2–3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: crispy bacon bits, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped chives, olive oil drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut tops off garlic heads to expose cloves. Place each on foil, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, wrap tightly, and roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool, then squeeze out cloves and set aside.
  2. While garlic roasts, melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced fresh garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add diced potatoes and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook 12-15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Add roasted garlic cloves to the pot. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. (Alternatively, let cool slightly and blend in batches in a regular blender.)
  5. Stir in heavy cream or milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer 2-3 minutes to heat through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with desired toppings. Serve hot.

Notes

Roasting garlic is essential for flavor; do not skip. For dairy-free, use olive oil instead of butter and coconut milk or oat milk instead of cream. For vegan, use vegetable broth and skip cream. Soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months (add cream after thawing).

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Keywords: creamy roasted garlic potato soup, easy 30-minute soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup, quick dinner

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