Denver Potato Soup with Garden Herb Topping

A comforting soup featuring locally sourced potatoes and fresh garden herbs.

Cuisine: American

Category: Soups

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Yellow potatoes
• 1/2 cup Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 3 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Fresh chives
• 1 tbsp Fresh dill
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and dice 2 cups yellow potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Finely chop 1/2 cup onion and mince 2 garlic cloves.
2. Step 2: Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add the diced potatoes and 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
4. Step 4: Remove the pot from heat and let cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and cook over low heat for 5 more minutes until heated through.
5. Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill just before serving.