Kartoffelsuppe: Hearty potato soup with bacon and fresh herbs

Indulge in the comfort of a classic with a twist. Inspired by the cozy flavors of German cuisine, this Ultra-Creamy Delightful Potato Soup recipe, direct from the kitchen of einfachgeschmack, is a warm embrace in a bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you're in need of a little comfort, this soup with its silky texture and robust flavors will leave you satisfied and content.

Ingredients:

- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped

- 3 carrots, peeled and diced

- 1 onion, chopped

- 2 tablespoons of butter or clarified butter (homemade preferred)

- 4 cups of strong, homemade vegetable broth

- Salt, to taste

- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

- Nutmeg, to taste

- 1 cup of heavy cream

- Optional garnishes: crispy croutons, crispy Serrano ham

Instructions:

1. Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 30 minutes; Total Time: 45 minutes

2. Equipment: Large pot, immersion blender, frying pan.

Cooking the Vegetables:

1. In a large pot, melt the butter or clarified butter over medium heat.

2. Add the diced carrots and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions are translucent.

3. Incorporate the chopped potatoes and continue to sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Making the Soup:

1. Pour the homemade vegetable broth over the sautéed vegetables.

2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until all vegetables are tender.

Preparing the Croutons:

1. While the soup cooks, make the croutons by cutting the crust off your bread and cube the remainder.

2. In a frying pan, heat a generous amount of clarified butter.

3. Fry the bread cubes until they are golden and crispy. Season with salt and pepper.

Crisping the Ham:

1. Clean the same frying pan and add slices of Serrano ham.

2. Fry over low heat until crispy. Set aside for garnish.

Blending the Soup:

1. Once the vegetables are soft, use an immersion blender to purée the soup to your desired consistency.

2. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through.

Seasoning:

1. Taste the soup and season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a touch of nutmeg.

Serving:

1. Ladle the soup into bowls.

2. Garnish with the crispy croutons and Serrano ham.

3. Enjoy the creamy delight of this homemade potato soup.

Cooking Tips:

- If you prefer a thinner soup, you can add more broth or water to reach your desired consistency.

- For a vegetarian option, omit the Serrano ham and use vegetable-based butter.

Servings: 4-6

This recipe is attributed to einfachgeschmack. Watch their cooking adventures and learn more delicious recipes on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@einfachgeschmack.

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Kartoffelsuppe: Hearty potato soup with bacon and fresh herbs