Description
A comforting and creamy German Potato Soup (Kartoffelsuppe) featuring tender potatoes and vegetables simmered with aromatic herbs, finished with a touch of cream and fresh parsley for a rustic and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled & cubed
Liquids & Dairy
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup cream
Seasonings & Fats
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp marjoram
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and carrots, sautéing until the onion is translucent and the carrots begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the peeled and cubed potatoes, vegetable broth, and marjoram. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Simmer: Let the soup simmer gently for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Mash Potatoes: Using a potato masher, mash about half of the potatoes directly in the pot to create a creamy consistency while retaining some chunkiness for texture.
- Finish and Garnish: Stir in the cream to enrich the soup. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a bright, fresh flavor.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, ensure vegetable broth is used.
- You can substitute cream with a plant-based alternative to make it dairy-free.
- Adjust marjoram quantity to taste for a stronger herb flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
