Best The Best Potato Soup Ever Recipes

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

Ingredients

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.

THE BEST-EVER POTATO SOUP

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This is really delicious and everyone loves it. I usually put all of the veggies (but potatoes)in the food processor and chop fine. You'll be surprised at the flavor.

Provided by morelhunter

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 quart chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 -8 potatoes, cubed
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
4 cups milk
4 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed

Steps:

In a large pot, add the celery, carrot, onion, parsley salt, pepper, potatoes and stock.
Cover, bring to a boil and cook for about 20 min.
until the vegetables are tender.
Add the bacon.
Mix the flour into the milk until well blended.
Add to the soup and stir well.
Add the cheese and heat until melted.

WORLD'S BEST POTATO SOUP

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Cheesy, hearty potato soup that's better than the restaurants.

Provided by Elizabeth Goldsberry

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 unpeeled potatoes, cubed
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
6 cubes chicken bouillon
1 pint half-and-half cream
1 pound bacon - cooked and crumbled
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large stock pot combine potatoes, onions, celery, bouillon cubes and enough water to cover all ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer on medium heat until potatoes are with in 15 minutes of being finished.
Add half and half, bacon, cream of mushroom soup and stir until creamy. Add cheese and stir until completely melted. Simmer on low until potatoes are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 105.3 mg, Fat 38.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 2352.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

THE BEST BAKED POTATO SOUP EVER!

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This really is the best baked potato soup I have ever tasted. I've had this recipe for quite a while now and I thought it was time to share with you guys!

Provided by Jeanette G

Categories Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 medium potatoes (about 2 cups chopped)
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced white onion
2 tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup instant mashed potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1 cup heavy whipping cream or 1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 chopped green onion (green part only)

Steps:

Wash potatoes thoroughly and microwave until tender.
If you would like you can always bake in a 400 degree oven for one hour or until done.
As the potatoes are cooling, melt your butter in a large saucepan and saute your onions until light brown.
Add in your flour to make a roux.
Add in your chicken broth, water, cornstarch, instant mashed potatoes and spices and bring to a boil.
Reduce your heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Take your cooled potatoes and peel off the skin and chop up into desired pieces.
Add in your chopped up potatoes and the heavy whipping cream to your soup and bring it back to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until it is thick.
Garnish with cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions.
ENJOY!