Best Worlds Best Potato Soup 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.

ABSOLUTELY ULTIMATE POTATO SOUP

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I have made this for many whom have given it the title. This takes a bit of effort but is well worth it. Please note: for those who do not wish to use bacon, substitute 1/4 cup melted butter for the bacon grease and continue with the recipe. (I generally serve this soup as a special treat as it is not recommended for people counting calories.)

Provided by Karena

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

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound bacon, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 cups chicken stock, or enough to cover potatoes
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
3 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until done. Remove bacon from pan, and set aside. Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the bacon grease.
Cook celery and onion in reserved bacon drippings until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add cubed potatoes, and toss to coat. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Return bacon to the pan, and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the heavy cream, tarragon, and cilantro. Bring the cream mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir the cream mixture into the potato mixture. Puree about 1/2 the soup, and return to the pan. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 879.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

WORLD'S BEST POTATO SOUP

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A thick, creamy potato soup. Wonderful on chilly nights served with warm bread. Adapted from a recipe my MIL gave me. Can easily be made vegetarian by using veggie broth and bouillon.

Provided by MistressRach

Categories Stew

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 diced onion
4 large cubed potatoes
3 tablespoons parsley
2 stalks celery, diced
2 -3 large carrots, diced
1 -2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups milk
2 tablespoons flour (more for thicker soup)
4 tablespoons butter
2 chicken bouillon cubes

Steps:

In a large pan saute onions in butter.
Add carrots, potatoes, and celery and allow to soften a bit and get all buttery.
Add salt, paprika and broth, and cook until veggies are tender.
Meanwhile, make white sauce: Melt butter in medium saucepan. Add bullion cubes and stir to dissolve. When cubes are fully dissolved add flour and whisk until all lumps are gone. Add milk and bring to a slow simmer.
When veggies are tender add white sauce and simmer if desired or serve immediately with bread.

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.