GRANDMA MARTY'S CHUNKY POTATO SOUP

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To make this a filling meal,I usually serve this soup with fresh bread.For a slightly different twist,serve it in individual bread bowls. To make them,buy small round loaves of a hearty bread,such as Italian,and slice off a small piece from the top.Then remove the insides of the loaf,leaving a 1 1/2-inch shell;fill with hot...

Provided by marty olguin

Categories     Soups

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large red potatoes
2 c water
1 medium onion
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
ground black pepper (to taste)
3 c milk
1/2 tsp sugar
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1 c cubed cooked ham

Steps:

  • 1. Wash potatoes well and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain,reserving liquid. Set aside potatoes.Measure 1 cup cooking liquid,adding water if necessary;set aside
  • 3. Peel and finely chop onion.Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion to saucepan;cook,stirring frequently,until onion is translucent and tender,but not brown.
  • 4. Add flour to saucepan; with pepper flakes and black pepper to taste.Cook 3-4 minutes.
  • 5. Gradually add potatoes,reserved 1 cup cooking liquid,milk and sugar to onion mixture in saucepan;add cheese and ham. Simmer over low heat 30 minutes,stirring frequently.
  • 6. Store leftovers,covered in refrigerator. This recipe is a hearty,warm,filling soup that kids really enjoy : )

emmalyn rios
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I've made this soup many times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Clayt Madron
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This soup is very easy to make and it's very affordable. It's a great meal for a busy weeknight.


Madan Rana
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Afrid Opop
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This soup is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I love to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


xraja Xsher (Raju)
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I'm not a big fan of potato soup, but this soup was really good. The potatoes were cooked perfectly and the soup was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Matrix Survivor
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and cooked it on low for 6 hours. It was so easy and the soup was so flavorful.


Lee Chiles
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. It's also a very affordable meal. I often make it when I'm on a budget.


Juni Gonzaga
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I've made this soup many times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Steven Butler
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The potatoes were cooked perfectly and the soup was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.