Introduction:
Welcome to a journey of flavors with einfachgeschmack! Today, we're bringing a classic comfort dish with a delightful twist — an ultra-creamy and incredibly tasty potato soup. This is not your ordinary potato soup; it's loaded with the goodness of carrots and complemented with the crunchiness of crispy bread and the savory touch of Serrano ham. Let this be a warm, soothing meal that'll become an instant hit at your table.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium-sized carrots
- 1 large onion
- 500g potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter or rendered fat
- Homemade vegetable broth (amount as needed, usually about 1 liter)
- 100ml cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Nutmeg, to taste
- Sourdough bread crusts (for crispy croutons)
- Serrano ham slices
- Olive oil (for frying the croutons and ham)
Instructions:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Equipment: Pot, immersion blender, frying pan
Servings: 4
1. Start by peeling the carrots and dicing them into small pieces according to your preference.
2. Next, peel and dice the onion. The size doesn’t matter much as everything will be blended later.
3. Peel the potatoes and chop them into small pieces for even cooking.
4. In a pot, sweat the carrots and onions with butter or rendered fat over medium heat until the onions are translucent.
5. Add the diced potatoes to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Pour in the homemade vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil and then simmer until all the vegetables are tender.
7. While the vegetables are cooking, prepare the crispy croutons. Cut away the crusts of the sourdough bread and chop the bread into cubes.
8. Fry the bread cubes in a generous amount of olive oil over low heat until they are golden brown and crispy. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside to drain on paper towels.
9. In a clean frying pan, cook Serrano ham slices over low heat until they are crispy. Set aside for garnishing.
10. Once the vegetables are soft, use an immersion blender to puree the soup to the desired consistency. Add some cream for extra richness and blend to incorporate.
11. Season the soup with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
12. Serve the creamy potato soup hot, garnished with crispy croutons and Serrano ham slices.
Cooking Tips:
- For an even more flavorful broth, make your own by simmering vegetables, herbs, and spices for a few hours.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the cream with milk or a plant-based alternative.
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