Dill Potato Soup Recipe

A creamy homemade dill potato soup with Yukon gold potatoes, fresh dill, sour cream, and butter — comforting, rustic, and full of flavor. Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep.

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Course: Dinner, Soup

Cuisine: Comfort Food, Eastern European, Polish

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 295kcal

Cost: $12

Equipment

1 Large Heavy-Bottomed Pot For even heat distribution and simmering the soup
1 Immersion blender To control soup texture (optional for chunkiness)
1 Sharp Chef’s Knife For chopping vegetables quickly and safely
1 Vegetable peeler For peeling Yukon gold potatoes
1 Wooden spoon or silicone spatula For stirring without scratching the pot
2 Cutting boards One for vegetables, one for herbs
1 set Measuring cups and spoons For accurate measurements

Ingredients

Soup Base

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes Peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
1 medium Yellow onion Diced
3 cloves Garlic Minced
3 medium Carrots Peeled and sliced into thin rounds
2 stalks Celery Finely chopped
6 cups Vegetable broth Preferably low-sodium

Creamy Additions

1 cup Heavy cream Or half-and-half for a lighter version
4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted, for flavor control
½ cup Sour cream Adds tanginess and richness

Seasonings & Garnish

⅓ cup Fresh dill leaves Chopped; star herb of the recipe
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
½ teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
½ teaspoon Garlic powder Optional for extra depth
Crispy bacon bits (optional) For topping
Fresh chives (optional) For garnish
Crusty bread For serving

Instructions

Prep all vegetables — peel and dice potatoes, chop onions, mince garlic, and slice carrots and celery.
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat until foamy.
Add onions and celery; cook until soft and translucent.
Stir in garlic for 1 minute until fragrant; don’t brown.
Add potatoes, carrots, and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Stir in heavy cream and sour cream off the heat.
Add chopped dill, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
Blend briefly with immersion blender if you prefer a creamy texture.
Serve warm topped with bacon bits, chives, or crusty bread.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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