Description
Soothing Hangover Cure Garlic Potato Soup is a warm, comforting dish featuring a rich blend of roasted and fresh garlic, tender potatoes, and aromatic herbs. This soup combines a creamy texture and robust flavors designed to gently revive and nourish when feeling under the weather. Its simple preparation and wholesome ingredients make it an ideal restorative meal.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 small onion (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 4 garlic cloves (freshly minced)
- 1 large head roasted garlic (soft cloves separated)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 large potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped parsley
- Croutons
- Grated cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Aromatic Base: Peel and dice the small onion into 1/2-inch pieces and mince the fresh garlic cloves. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the diced onion and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally until soft and translucent to develop natural sweetness. Add the minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring the garlic doesn’t brown.
- Cook Potatoes in Broth: Pour 4 cups of vegetable broth into the pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add peeled and cut potatoes along with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and chopped parsley. Once simmering gently, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Add Roasted Garlic and Adjust Texture: Break apart the roasted garlic head and add soft cloves into the pot, stirring gently to distribute. For a chunky soup, remove about 1 cup of cooked potatoes using a slotted spoon, roughly mash in a bowl, and return to pot for a creamy texture without cream. For smooth texture, blend the entire soup with an immersion blender until desired consistency.
- Season and Serve: Taste and season soup with 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and additional salt if needed. Ladle soup into bowls, topping with optional croutons and grated cheese for crunch and richness. Finish with a generous sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for brightness and color. Serve hot as a comforting restorative meal.
Notes
- Roasted garlic adds depth and sweetness but can be substituted with pre-minced roasted garlic for convenience.
- For a vegan version, omit cheese garnish or use plant-based alternatives.
- Use an immersion blender for smooth texture, or mash potatoes manually for rustic chunkiness.
- Add croutons just before serving to maintain crunch.
- Adjust salt according to taste and dietary needs.
- Fresh parsley brightens flavor; dried parsley can be used but add less and earlier in cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
