When the weather outside is frightful, there's nothing quite like a big bowl of home-style potato soup to warm you up from the inside out. This classic dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences, making it a perfect meal for any occasion. Whether you like your soup thick and creamy or thin and brothy, loaded with vegetables or simple and straightforward, there's a potato soup recipe out there that's sure to please everyone at your table.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
HOME-STYLE POTATO SOUP
I experimented with our family soup recipe until I came up wit this version. The mashed potato flakes provide a flavorful thickening agent, and the bacon adds color and lots of flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, saute onion and celery in oil until tender. Add the potatoes, water, bouillon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Stir in milk and potato flakes; cook and stir 8 minutes longer. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle servings with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 889mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
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.
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.
HOME STYLE POTATO SOUP
Make and share this Home Style Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by 4-H Mom
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat chicken broth and potatoes to boiling in 2 quart saucepan over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat, cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Remove saucepan from heat, but do not drain. Break the potatoes into smaller pieces with the potato masher or large fork. The mixture should still be lumpy.
- Stir the milk, salt pepper and green onions into the potato mixture. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until hot, but do not boil to prevent curdled appearance.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.2, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 437.4, Carbohydrate 26.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 6.9
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
PERFECT POTATO SOUP
Say goodbye to ho-hum potato soup! Easy to prepare with ingredients you probably have on hand. Garnish with a pat of butter if desired. Best served with warm, crisp bread.
Provided by Marilee Wilson Mack
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Place bacon in a large saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Pour out bacon grease.
- Melt butter in the saucepan over medium heat, scraping the bottom of the pan with a flat-edged wooden spoon. Add celery, onion, carrots, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir until tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle in flour; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour half-and-half and chicken broth into the saucepan. Add potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, thyme, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Stir in bacon pieces. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.
- Ladle into serving bowls. Garnish with 1/2 teaspoon pepper, green onions, and paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 54.8 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 1157 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
HOLY MOLY POTATO SOUP
This is a turned-up version of a cheesy potato soup. We eat this often, especially on cold winter evenings, but it'd be lovely for family get-togethers or potlucks during the holidays! Crushed red pepper flakes really turn up the heat. -Angela Sheridan, Opdyke, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add to slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low to allow flavors to blend, 4-5 hours. Add cheese and onion dip in the last 30 minutes of cooking. Stir before serving. Serve with tortilla chips., Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Fat 30g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 1981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
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.
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
Tips:
- Use a variety of potatoes: Yukon Gold, Russet, and Red potatoes all have different textures and flavors that can add complexity to your soup.
- Don't overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and lose their flavor.
- Cook the soup slowly: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Use a good quality broth: A flavorful broth will make your soup more delicious.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs: This will add a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers: This will help to soak up the broth.
Conclusion:
Potato soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With its creamy texture, hearty flavor, and endless variations, it's no wonder that potato soup is a staple in many households. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, potato soup is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for something warm and comforting, give one of these potato soup recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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