Easy Potato Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups Tasteful Selection White Delight Potatoes
diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/2 yellow onion
chopped
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese
bacon and scallions for toppings, optional
Directions
- 1
Place potatoes and chicken broth in a large dutch oven or pot and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are soft, about 10 minutes.
- 2
While potatoes are cooking, melt butter in a saucepan, then saute the onions. Once they begin to soften, stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute or two.
- 3
Whisk in flour.
- 4
Add milk and cook over medium heat, stirring regularly.
- 5
Once the milk thickens, add milk and onion mixture to the cooked potatoes.
- 6
This next step is totally optional. If you like a chunky potato soup, you're ready to add your toppings and serve. However, we like our potato soup to have a smoother consistency so I put it in the food processor just long enough to break down the potatoes, about 20-30 seconds.
- 7
Ladle into bowls and add toppings such as cheese, bacon and/or scallions.
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting bowl of homemade potato soup that's both incredibly flavorful and wonderfully easy to prepare? This easy potato soup recipe delivers just that, offering a satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights and chilly evenings alike.
What makes this recipe a true weeknight hero is its simplicity and reliance on quality ingredients. Using Tasteful Selection White Delight Potatoes, diced finely, ensures they cook quickly to create a velvety smooth base. This foundational technique, combined with a creamy roux and savory chicken broth, builds a rich, hearty flavor profile without needing complex steps or exotic ingredients.
You can look forward to a wonderfully comforting bowl of soup, rich and hearty without being overly heavy. Each spoonful offers the tender texture of perfectly cooked potatoes, enveloped in a creamy, savory broth that warms you from the inside out. It's the kind of dish that brings a sense of simple satisfaction to your table, making it a perfect family-friendly option that everyone will love. The classic combination of humble ingredients truly shines, creating a surprisingly deep and delicious flavor.
While this easy potato soup is delicious on its own, it welcomes personal touches. Feel free to load up on optional toppings like crisp shredded cheese, savory bacon, and fresh scallions for added texture and a burst of complementary flavors. For a vegetarian option, swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth. You can also adjust the richness by using half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk for an extra decadent bowl.
This comforting potato soup is ideal for a cozy dinner at home, serving as a satisfying main course or a hearty starter. Pair it with some crusty bread for dipping, or a simple side salad for a complete and nourishing meal.