Rustic Potato & Herb Soup

Warm, simple, and cottage-soft — the kind of comfort that settles in when the world slows down. Potatoes turn velvety with almost no effort.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 large potato, diced small
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 cups broth (vegetable or chicken)
• A splash of milk or cream (optional)
• Handful of fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, or chives)
• Salt & pepper
• Optional: pinch of nutmeg or smoked paprika

Instructions

1. Warm the olive oil and butter in a small pot until cozy.
2. Add the onion and cook until soft and sweet, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and diced potato; let them mingle for a minute.
4. Pour in the broth and simmer until the potatoes are tender, 12–15 minutes.
5. Mash lightly with a fork for a rustic texture.
6. Add milk or cream if you want it cottage-creamy.
7. Season generously and fold in the herbs.
8. Serve with a slice of warm bread or a drizzle of olive oil.

The steam and herbs make the whole kitchen smell like a cabin tucked in the woods.