Best 6 Hearty And Healthy Potato Soup Recipes

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In the culinary world, hearty and healthy potato soup stands as a comforting and nourishing dish that has captured the hearts and taste buds of many. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a wholesome meal, this soup offers a perfect blend of creamy richness, earthy flavors, and a symphony of textures that will warm your body and soul. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative variations that tantalize the palate, the realm of potato soup is vast and diverse. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey to explore the secrets of crafting the ultimate hearty and healthy potato soup, providing you with the essential knowledge, tips, and step-by-step instructions to create a dish that will delight your family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY POTATO SOUP



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Having grown up on a dairy farm in Holland, I love our country life here in Idaho's "potato country." My favorite recipe for potato soup originally called for heavy cream and bacon fat, but I've trimmed down the recipe. -Gladys DeBoer, Castleford, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 carrots, chopped
6 celery ribs, chopped
8 cups water
1 onion, chopped
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the potatoes, carrots and celery in water until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving liquid and setting vegetables aside. , In the same pan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Gently stir in cooked vegetables. Add 1 cup or more of reserved cooking liquid until soup is desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

HEARTY AND HEALTHY POTATO SOUP



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Not your normal potato soup! It's better! Cabbage and carrot hide in the broth and bring out a hint of sweetness. Trying to get someone to eat their veggies? Try this! This is THE potato soup I have been making forever! Healthy, hearty and filling yet EASY and quick to make! Especially if made with leftover potatoes. Cutting the cabbage small really helps this cook fast. Feel free to use whatever meat your family prefers. I use turkey products but any type of meat or even soy would be equally nice. Hope you enjoy! NOTE: I adjusted the amount of liquids here after some very helpful reviews. I tend not to measure when making something I have done for years so I am sure they are much more accurate now! Thanks Peggy and NcM!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, cooked, about 6 medium potatoes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
6 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced and chopped, I make them about 2x1/4 inches
1 cup onion, finely chopped, about one medium
8 ounces cooked bacon (For a meatier soup double the amount and or or add both. ) or 8 ounces ham (For a meatier soup double the amount and or or add both. )
2 medium carrots, peeled, shredded and chopped
2 cups 2% low-fat milk or 10 ounces fat-free evaporated milk
14 ounces chicken broth (any type broth may be used)
salt and pepper, to taste
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)
green onion (optional)
chives (optional)
cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)

Steps:

  • Add butter and oil in a dutch oven and heat over medium heat. Add cabbage and onions and cook until they start to soften, stirring occasionally.
  • Chop meat to desired size and add to pan. Continue to saute about 5 minutes.
  • Add carrot and cook until vegetables are as soft as you want them.
  • Slice potatoes into various sized pieces, some small so they dissolve and make the soup thicker and some larger so you will have nice sized chunks. Add to pan stir to combine and allow the potatoes to absorb some of the flavors.,.
  • Add milk and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook just until heated through. Do not let it bubble or boil.
  • Garnish as desired and serve.
  • NOTE: If not using cooked, leftover potatoes peel and cut potatoes in large bite sized pieces. Cook in water or broth that has been salted a little more than normal. Drain well and cool. I like to make ahead and refrigerate as they seem to hold up better in the soup but you can cook them while you are preparing the above.
  • Also: You can adjust milk and broth, using more or less to reach the consistency you desire.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 27.1, Sodium 482.7, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 7.9, Protein 10.6

HEART-HEALTHY POTATO HAM SOUP



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A heart-healthy version of potato ham soup loaded with veggies and turkey ham is low in fat and high in flavor. Serve with hearty bread and your favorite cheese.

Provided by KDcook

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ quarts water
4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
2 ½ cups diced turkey ham
1 large onion, diced
1 (10 ounce) can butter beans, rinsed and drained
3 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 (8 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 teaspoon dill
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Heat water in a 6-quart pot over high heat; add potatoes, turkey ham, onion, beans, carrots, celery, frozen corn, cream-style corn, dill, salt, and black pepper. Bring water to a boil, lower heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and soup is reduced, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove pot from heat and stir in milk until incorporated and soup is creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 945.3 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

HEARTY LEEK & POTATO SOUP



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A one pot recipe for a yummy, hearty soup that is a meal in itself, great with crusty bread. Simple to make.

Provided by Marychef

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium potatoes
1 1/4 lbs leeks
3 sticks celery
2 large garlic cloves
1 liter chicken stock
3 scallions
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and chop the potatoes into half inch cubes.
  • Wash and chop the leeks, celery and scallions. They don't have to be chopped finely but not too chunky. Mince or finely chop the garlic.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter and add all of the vegetables. Over a medium heat, stir until the veg is coated in butter, then put the lid on and leave to sweat for ten minutes, stirring occasionally, until the butter is absorbed.
  • Add the stock, season, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are good and soft.
  • Remove from the heat and blend thoroughly. Add the cream and stir well.
  • You can either then put back onto the heat until steaming hot (do not let it boil) and serve, or cool and reheat later, or freeze.

HEARTY MUSHROOM AND POTATO SOUP



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Cozy up on a chilly fall evening with a bowl of this Hearty Mushroom and Potato Soup. Featuring porcini mushrooms, red potatoes, carrots and more, this Hearty Mushroom and Potato Soup recipe is a classic for autumn.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 qt. (5 cups) water
1 oz. dried porcini mushrooms
1/2 cup KRAFT Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing, divided
1 lb. red potatoes (about 3), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup chopped peeled carrots
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 lb. fresh cremini mushrooms, stemmed, sliced
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
2 Tbsp. WYLER'S Instant Bouillon Chicken Flavored Powder

Steps:

  • Bring water and porcini mushrooms to boil in large saucepan. Turn off heat; cover saucepan. Let mushrooms stand in hot water 10 min.
  • Drain soaked porcini in colander, reserving cooking water. Coarsely chop drained porcini.
  • Heat 1/4 cup dressing in same saucepan over medium heat. Add potatoes, carrots, celery and onions; stir. Cook, stirring frequently, 5 min. Add cremini mushrooms, thyme and remaining dressing; stir. Cook, stirring frequently, 12 min.
  • Add porcini, bouillon powder and reserved porcini cooking water; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer over medium-low heat 10 min. or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

HEARTY LEEK AND POTATO SOUP



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This thick, flavorful soup is a winner in our home and makes a nice starter dish. -Rachel Taylor, Springfield, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
3 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a nonstick Dutch oven, saute the celery, onions, leeks, green pepper, jalapenos and garlic in oil until tender. Add the potatoes, broth, water, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally., Combine flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream and green onions until blended; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Yukon Golds and russets are both good choices.
  • 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. If you don't have any homemade broth, use a low-sodium store-bought broth.
  • Add lots of vegetables. This will make your soup more nutritious and filling. Chopped carrots, celery, onions, and garlic are all good choices.
  • Season your soup to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good starting points.
  • Garnish your soup with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream. This will add a pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Potato soup is a hearty and comforting dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a potato soup recipe that everyone will love.

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