Ingredients and Weight:
- Potatoes: 500 grams (about 2 large)
- Cream: 250 ml
- Butter: 50 grams
- Chicken broth: 1 liter
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- White sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Diced cooked ham: 100 grams (optional)
- Cheddar cheese: 50 grams (optional) for topping
- Fresh green onions: 2 for topping (chopped)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
- Total: 60 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
- In a large pot, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Meanwhile, heat the chicken broth in another pot.
- When the potatoes are cooked, drain them and add them to the chicken broth.
- Add butter, salt, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with pepper and add diced ham and cheddar cheese (if using).
- Garnish with fresh green onions before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg (without salt adjustment)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy texture from the combination of potatoes and cream.
- Savory flavor from the chicken broth and seasonings.
- Optional diced ham and cheese add a unique flavor dimension.
- Perfect for colder weather or as a comforting dish for any time of year.
User Comments:
- "This is the best potato soup I have ever had! The combination of flavors is perfect."
- "I love how creamy and rich this soup is. It's a great dish to make on a cold winter day."
- "The addition of diced ham and cheese really takes this soup to the next level."
- "Very easy to make and the flavors are delicious. Will definitely make this again."
- "A comforting dish that's perfect for any time of year. The fresh green onions on top add a nice touch."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
- If you want to make this dish vegetarian, omit the ham and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
