When it comes to quick, hearty, and flavorful comfort food, potato soup is an unbeatable classic. With its creamy texture, savory broth, and tender potatoes, it's a dish that warms the soul and satisfies the appetite. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, creating a delicious pot of potato soup at home is easier than you think. With just a handful of pantry staples and some fresh ingredients, you can whip up a luscious and satisfying soup that's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend lunch. So let's dive in and explore the art of making a homemade potato soup that will impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
WORLD'S BEST POTATO SOUP
Cheesy, hearty potato soup that's better than the restaurants.
Provided by Elizabeth Goldsberry
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large stock pot combine potatoes, onions, celery, bouillon cubes and enough water to cover all ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer on medium heat until potatoes are with in 15 minutes of being finished.
- Add half and half, bacon, cream of mushroom soup and stir until creamy. Add cheese and stir until completely melted. Simmer on low until potatoes are done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 105.3 mg, Fat 38.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 2352.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
HOMEMADE POTATO SOUP
This is a old family favorite that I have updated. I have used white potatoes, red potatoes with skins on, and sweet potatoes, and substituted mushrooms for the carrots. It's a very versatile recipe.
Provided by INTEGRA3
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 12h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a slow cooker, place the potatoes, onions, carrot, celery, oil-packed garlic, and bouillon cubes. Pour in the water, and season with parsley, herb seasoning blend, and Italian seasoning.
- Cover slow cooker, and cook soup 3 to 4 hours on High, or 10 to 12 hours on Low. Stir in soy milk during the final 30 minutes of cook time.
- Place broccoli over boiling water in a pot fitted with a steamer basket, and steam 5 minutes, or until tender but firm. Spoon into the soup to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 640.4 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
BEST EVER POTATO SOUP
You'll be surprised at the taste of this rich and cheesy easy potato soup. It really is the best potato soup recipe, ever. I came up with it after enjoying baked potato soup at one of our favorite restaurants. I added bacon, and we think that makes it even better. -Coleen Morrissey, Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; drain drippings. Add vegetables, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes., Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
QUICK CREAMY POTATO SOUP
A yummy and easy to make potato soup. Kids love it.
Provided by Amanda
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Cream of Potato Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon, and set aside. Drain all but 3 tablespoons bacon fat from the pan.
- Brown onions in bacon fat over medium heat.
- Add potatoes, and enough water to cover. Cover and cook until potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir together soup and milk until smooth; add to potato mixture. Heat, but do not boil. Add salt and pepper to taste, and stir in dill weed. Crumble bacon; stir in just before serving soup, or sprinkle on top to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1026.2 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
FAST MASHED POTATO SOUP
You won't recognize the leftover mashed potatoes in this excellent tasting soup from Dorothy Bateman of Carver, Massachusetts. "Topped with chives, it's especially good on chilly fall evenings, she notes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the milk, potatoes, salt and celery salt if desired and pepper; heat through. , Sprinkle with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HOMEMADE POTATO SOUP
This yummy meal is great for cold days or just days when you want a comfort food! This recipe comes from my Mammaw....I love you Mammaw!
Provided by Danibelle
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 1 Large Pot, 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Start by boiling potatoes until fork tender.
- When potatoes are done, strain out the water and add butter.
- When butter is melted, add flour. Stir gently to make a paste between butter and flour. The paste will coat the potatoes.
- Add Milk.
- Gently stir. Allow the pot to boil. When it reaches boil, turn down to simmer.
- Simmer on low till soup thickens.
- Salt and Pepper to taste.
DELICIOUS THICK CREAMY POTATO SOUP
One of the best potato soups, I think the sour cream makes the difference, I like to add in the cayenne pepper for just a bit of heat, and I most always double the complete recipe and use 4 russet potatoes and 4 red potatoes. If desired you can add in some cooked cubed potatoes just before serving and sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese, I most always do! you will love this!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Potato
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the potatoes in a pot with chicken broth, onions, garlic and celery; bring to a boil and simmer until veggies are tender (about 20 minutes).
- Remove from the stove and cool slightly (or you can refrigerate to puree later) using an electric mixer or a food processor blend until a smooth (leaving a few chunks of potatoes is fine!).
- Add in 1 cup milk or half and half, Parmesan cheese and bouillon cubes or packets, then place back on the stove to heat slowly.
- In a medium bowl whisk the 1-1/2 cups sour cream with the flour until blended.
- Pour 1/3 of the heated potato/milk mixture into the sour cream; mix then pour it back into the remainder of the soup; stir to combine, then heat on top of the stove.
- Season with salt and pepper and cayenne pepper (if using) then ladle into bowls.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped green onions.
- Delicious!
QUICK BAKED POTATO SOUP
"A good friend who runs a bed-and-breakfast game me this creamy potato soup recipe that's become a winter favorite," recalls Kristi Teague of Southside, Tennessee. "A dash of hot sauce a little basil give it special flavor."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4-5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Set bacon aside. Saute onion and garlic in the drippings until tender. Stir in flour, salt, basil and pepper. Gradually add broth. Bring to boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Add the potatoes, cream and hot pepper sauce; heat through but do not boil. Garnish with bacon, cheese and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 1166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
ABSOLUTELY ULTIMATE POTATO SOUP
I have made this for many whom have given it the title. This takes a bit of effort but is well worth it. Please note: for those who do not wish to use bacon, substitute 1/4 cup melted butter for the bacon grease and continue with the recipe. (I generally serve this soup as a special treat as it is not recommended for people counting calories.)
Provided by Karena
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until done. Remove bacon from pan, and set aside. Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the bacon grease.
- Cook celery and onion in reserved bacon drippings until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add cubed potatoes, and toss to coat. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Return bacon to the pan, and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the heavy cream, tarragon, and cilantro. Bring the cream mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir the cream mixture into the potato mixture. Puree about 1/2 the soup, and return to the pan. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 879.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
UNBELIEVABLY EASY POTATO SOUP
Don't let the sparse ingredient list fool you. This is a recipe that's so easy to make yet so delicious that everyone inhales it. My mother was raised on this soup and she served it often to us. My grown daughters now demand it when they are home. To this day, entering the house on a cold day and smelling this soup is the most comforting, delicious aroma imaginable. It's also non-fat if you use skim milk. (But I like half-and-half, myself!)
Provided by Vina7737
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel and cube potatoes.
- Put in a saucepan along with the onions and celery.
- Add water, but don't quite cover the vegetables.
- Bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes, or until all of the vegetables are very tender.
- Using a potato masher, coarsely crush the potatoes, but don't mash them--you want chunks left.
- Add enough milk or cream to thin to desired thickness and add salt& pepper to taste.
- (It will take a lot of salt!).
OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SOUP
This soup is closest to the soup I remember as child. I have seen many renditions of it surface in several bistros. It is easy and the method can be applied to broccoli or cauliflower.
Provided by Cyd Lmbros
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Cream of Potato Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
- While the onions are cooking, place the diced potatoes, carrots, water and chicken soup base (or vegetable base; see Cook's Note) in another pot and bring to a boil. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Do not overcook. Season with ground black pepper to taste.
- Add the flour to the cooked onions to make a paste. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk and stir well. Cook over low heat stirring constantly until warmed through. Add the potato and carrot mixture. Stir in the parsley and thyme and heat through. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.6 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 857.5 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
QUICK CREAM OF POTATO SOUP
This recipe proves you don't have to make a big batch in order to enjoy home-style soup. It's the perfect way to warm up on chilly nights...just add your favorite fresh-baked biscuits or rolls.-Nancy Mosher, Sun City, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the potato and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. , In a small skillet, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add to potato mixture. Stir in the milk, parsley, salt and pepper; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 17g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
THE BEST-EVER POTATO SOUP
This is really delicious and everyone loves it. I usually put all of the veggies (but potatoes)in the food processor and chop fine. You'll be surprised at the flavor.
Provided by morelhunter
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large pot, add the celery, carrot, onion, parsley salt, pepper, potatoes and stock.
- Cover, bring to a boil and cook for about 20 min.
- until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the bacon.
- Mix the flour into the milk until well blended.
- Add to the soup and stir well.
- Add the cheese and heat until melted.
BEST EVER POTATO SOUP (TASTE OF HOME)
I switched this up a bit and added peas and corn with the carrots. I also left the skin on the potatoes. Overall very creamy and good. Recipe courtesy of Taste of Home. Next time I'll skip the Velveeta and add real cheese.
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories Potato
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Drain drippings and add vegetables, seasonings, and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Mix flour and milk until smooth and stir into soup.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly and cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.
Tips:
- Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Good choices include Yukon Gold, red potatoes, and russet potatoes.
- Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Use a good quality broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even beef broth.
- Add your vegetables towards the end of the cooking time. This will help them retain their color and nutrients.
- Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some good options include shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped chives.
Conclusion:
Potato soup is a delicious, comforting, and easy-to-make meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious bowl of soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give potato soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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