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Sweet & Savory Pear and Potato Soup Recipe


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

  • A creamy and flavorful pear and potato soup that balances sweet and savory notes. Perfect for cozy dinners or elegant starters. Easy to make and customizable!

 


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe pears, cored and chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes, core and chop the pears, and finely dice the onion and garlic.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
  3. Cook the potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the aromatics. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged. Bring to a gentle boil and let them cook until tender.
  4. Add the pears: Once the potatoes are almost fully cooked, stir in the chopped pears and fresh thyme. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the pears soften.
  5. Blend the soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer it in batches to a blender and process until creamy.
  6. Season and finish: Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk, along with a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Serve warm: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme or a drizzle of cream. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Vegan Option: Replace heavy cream with coconut milk and use vegetable broth.
  • Spicy Twist: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
  • Extra Creaminess: Blend in a small amount of cream cheese or mascarpone.
  • Nutty Flavor: Sprinkle toasted walnuts or pecans on top for added texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: soup
  • Method: stovetop, blending
  • Cuisine: Fusion / Modern

Keywords: pear potato soup, sweet and savory soup, creamy soup recipe, fall soup, comforting soup