Potato soup is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a hearty and filling dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different variations of potato soup, but the basic ingredients typically include potatoes, onions, celery, carrots, and broth. Other common ingredients include milk, cream, cheese, and herbs. Potato soup can be made in a variety of ways, but the most common method is to simmer the ingredients in a pot until the potatoes are tender. Potato soup is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It can also be garnished with a variety of toppings, such as bacon, chives, or sour cream.
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BAKED POTATO SOUP V
The last recipe you'll ever have to get for Baked Potato Soup. It's thick soup and could be served with just a salad. Everyone in the family will love this one.
Provided by TLNATION
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Cream of Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prick potatoes with a fork and cook in the microwave, 3 or 4 at a time, and scoop out the flesh (while the others are cooking).
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook about a minute. Whisk in milk, a little at a time, stirring constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes, salt, pepper, 1/3 cup bacon bits, 2 tablespoons green onions and most of the cheese. Cook until thoroughly heated. Stir in sour cream and heat through. Serve topped with remaining bacon, onions and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 721.7 mg, Sugar 7.6 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
BAKED POTATO SOUP
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Wash the potatoes and prick them several times with a fork. Wrap them individually in foil and bake until they are soft when squeezed, about 1 hour (see Cook's Note). Let the potatoes cool slightly.
- While the potatoes bake, cook the bacon in a small skillet, in a microwave or on an indoor grill until crisp. Drain the bacon on paper towels and, when cool enough to handle, crumble into small pieces. Set aside.
- In a large heavy saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the flour, stirring constantly for 1 minute until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick and bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes. Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop the flesh into the thickened milk mixture. Add the Cheddar, salt, pepper, green onions and reserved bacon. Cook over low heat just until heated through, then stir in the sour cream. Garnish with shredded Cheddar, crumbled bacon and chopped green onions and serve with more sour cream on the side.
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
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.
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!).
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
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.
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
POTATO SOUP
I got this potato soup recipe from my mother in law. We absolutely love it and it is very simple.You can, of course, decrease the cheese amount. I also add broccoli, carrots, corn, peas or any combination of those when I am in the mood. Very delicious, yet simple, soup.
Provided by msouth
Categories Potato
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel, cube, boil, drain and "mush" potatoes to the consistency you like (I like them lumpy, but my kids like smaller pieces).
- In separate pan, melt butter, add flour and cook while stirring for about a minute or so.
- Add half the milk and stir until lumps are out of flour mixture.
- Add remaining milk and on med-high heat, heat to a boil.
- Stir almost constantly or it will scorch.
- After boiling, turn heat off and add remaining ingredients.
LOADED POTATO SOUP
A rich broth. Baked potato toppings. Indulgent spoonfuls. What more could you want in a Loaded Potato Soup? This soup is a time-tested recipe that helps you put comfort food on the table in just 40 minutes total. Once your potato soup is thick and bubbly, top it with bacon, cheese and green onions for a restaurant-worthy meal right at your kitchen table.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 6 to 7 minutes or until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Cook onion in bacon drippings over medium-high heat 6 minutes or until almost tender.
- In 6-quart Dutch oven, mix onion, broth and potatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are very tender.
- Meanwhile, in same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour with whisk until smooth. Cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually stir in 2 cups of the milk. Pour milk mixture into potato mixture. Add remaining 2 cups milk, the salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with whisk, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in ham, half of the bacon, the sour cream, 2 cups of the cheese and 1/2 cup of the green onions. Cook until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Evenly top individual servings with remaining bacon, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/4 cup green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 863 mg
CREAMY POTATO SOUP
This is one of my favorite recipes that uses wholesome milk-an important product we produce on our dairy farm. It's rich and delicious...even the kids gobble it up!-Janis Plagerman, Ephrata, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings (2-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine potatoes, celery, onion, water and bouillon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Cool slightly. Place half of the potato mixture in a blender; cover and puree. Repeat with remaining potato mixture; set aside. , In the same kettle, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Boil and stir for 2 minutes. Return potato puree to the pan and heat through. Garnish individual servings with sour cream and cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 912mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of potatoes: Different types of potatoes have different flavors and textures, so using a mix can create a more complex and interesting soup.
- Roast the potatoes before adding them to the soup: Roasting the potatoes brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a slightly smoky flavor.
- Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
- Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables and herbs add flavor and nutrition to the soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
- Don't overcook the potatoes: Potatoes can easily become overcooked and mushy, so be careful not to boil them for too long.
- Serve with toppings: Potato soup is often served with toppings such as croutons, bacon, cheese, and sour cream. These toppings can add extra flavor and texture to the soup.
Conclusion:
Potato soup is a comforting and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and it's also a relatively inexpensive meal to make. 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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