Description

This Soothing Hangover Cure Garlic Potato Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish designed to replenish and restore. Featuring roasted garlic, tender potatoes, and a rich vegetable broth, it offers a creamy texture without cream, making it gentle on the stomach while packing nourishing ingredients ideal for recovery. With simple seasoning and optional garnishes like croutons and grated cheese, this soup combines warmth and heartiness in every bowl.

Ingredients

Soup Base

1 small onion, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
1 large head roasted garlic (pre-roasted or homemade)
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

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients and Build the Aromatic Base: Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Dice the onion into 1/2-inch pieces and mince the fresh garlic cloves. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add diced onion and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally until soft and translucent to develop its natural sweetness. Add minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
Build the Soup Base and Cook Potatoes: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Add potatoes, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and fresh chopped parsley. Reduce heat to medium-low once simmering and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Add Roasted Garlic and Create Desired Texture: Break apart the roasted garlic head and add soft cloves to the pot, stirring gently. For a chunky texture, remove about 1 cup of cooked potatoes, mash roughly in a bowl, and return to the pot to create a creamy consistency. Alternatively, blend the entire soup with an immersion blender until smooth. The chunky version is preferred for its nourishing feel and stomach comfort.
Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and additional salt if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with optional croutons, grated cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for brightness and color. Serve warm for ultimate restorative comfort.

Notes

Use pre-roasted garlic to save time without sacrificing flavor.
Be careful not to brown the garlic in the sautéing step to avoid bitterness.
Adjust the texture based on preference: chunky for comfort or smooth for creaminess.
Optional garnishes add texture and richness but are not necessary.
This soup is gentle on the stomach and ideal for hangover relief or recovery meals.