Best Oh So Southern Potato Soup Recipes

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SOUTHERN POTATO SOUP



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This is a family recipe I'm ever so happy to share! At times I substitute precooked Hickory Smoked Bacon in place of Ham and serve w/what else? Potato rolls, or ever better- Hawaiian Bread Rolls ;) I've never actually measured any of this-I just do it! So, have fun w/it!

Provided by Tallie in Pacific NW

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 2 cup, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 (4 1/2 ounce) package 98% fat-free honey ham, diced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 large russet potatoes, peeled & diced
1/4 cup margarine (I use Imperial)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon tarragon
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk, with vitamin D
water
cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, on medium heat saute diced onion and ham in olive oil.
  • Add diced potatoes and just enough water cover and onion powder, onion salt, salt, pepper, garlic salt and tarragon.
  • Bring to a roaring boil and allow to continue to boil @ med-high heat until potatoes are soft, approx 25 min, stirring frquently.
  • Once potatoes have softened; simmer on low heat and evaporated milk stirring frequently.
  • Add cornstarch/water mixture to thicken.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.6, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 12.3, Sodium 420.4, Carbohydrate 55.2, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 8.9

CREAMY POTATO SOUP



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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

7 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 celery ribs, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 quart water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 quart milk
Sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese, optional

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.

BEST EVER POTATO SOUP



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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

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 bacon strips, diced
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 small carrot, grated
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% milk
8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional

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.

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