POLLY'S PERFECT POTATO SOUP

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My stepmom, Polly, would often place bowls of this creamy potato soup in front of us, along with salad, homemade bread and orange slices for dessert. Always perfectly seasoned, this recipe never disappointed.-Teresa Ambord, Anderson, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium potatoes, (about 4 pounds) peeled and cubed
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
6 green onions, thinly sliced
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large stockpot or Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered until very tender, 20-25 minutes; drain well, reserving 1 cup liquid. , Return potatoes to stockpot or Dutch oven; mash until desired consistency. Return pan to heat and add milk, heavy cream, butter, garlic and seasonings; heat on medium-low until heated through, 5-10 minutes, adding reserved cooking liquid to thin soup to desired consistency. Serve warm. Top with green onions. If desired, sprinkle with cheese and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

David Byrne
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This soup is amazing! I'll definitely be making it again.


Favour Williams
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a hit. My family loved it.


Kathryn Case
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This is the best potato soup I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


moureen wachuka
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is amazing.


Pria Islam
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I've made this soup several times and it's always perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


Bob Mizonza
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This is my new favorite potato soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Stuart Rogers
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I made this soup for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it.


bankole olabode
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are spot-on.


Daniel Lugo
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I've never been a big fan of potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.


Gitty nok
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a huge success. My husband and kids loved it. It's definitely going into my regular rotation of recipes.


Badnick 1234
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This potato soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand.


Djkelvin Ghana
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it and it's so easy to make.


Hend Elfeky
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I've tried many potato soup recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love that it uses simple, everyday ingredients.


Jayed The bot
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This potato soup is the epitome of comfort food. It's creamy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.