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classic potato soup

Classic Potato Soup

This classic potato soup is creamy, comforting, and made with simple ingredients for a timeless homemade meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Ingredients
  

Soup Base

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk or light cream
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant.
  • Add potatoes and broth, then bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Mash or blend partially, then stir in milk, salt, and pepper.

Notes

Serve with bread or top with herbs for a traditional finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 710mgPotassium: 870mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 420IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 2.4mg
Keyword Classic Potato Soup, comfort food, Traditional Soup
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