Creating The Best Creamy Potato Soup is easy when you follow these simple steps:

1. Prep Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
2. Heat Oil and Butter: In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Add Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Pour Broth: Add the vegetable broth to the pot, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged.
6. Season: Sprinkle in the dried thyme, salt, and pepper to your taste.
7. Boil and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 20 minutes).
8. Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
9. Add Cream: Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.
10. Heat Through: Warm the soup gently over low heat, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
11. Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or chives if desired.

Following these steps will ensure you create a deliciously creamy and comforting potato soup that your friends and family will love.