This Potato Soup recipe is a comforting and wholesome dish that reflects classic American home cooking. It uses simple pantry staples, fresh potatoes, carrots, celery, and milk—to create a creamy yet light soup. Traditionally, potato soup has been a staple in many kitchens for its affordability and heartiness, providing warmth on cold evenings and comfort during family gatherings. This version is simmered gently in a Dutch oven, ensuring the vegetables release their natural sweetness while absorbing savory chicken bouillon and herbs. Finished with milk for creaminess, it’s a balanced blend of nutrition and nostalgia, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
- 6 new potatoes (medium, scrubbed)
- 3 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried onions (minced )
- 1 cup carrots (sliced )
- 1 cup celery (coarsely chopped)
- 2 tsp chicken bouillon granules
- ¼ tsp thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ cup evaporated skim milk
- 1 cup skim milk
Instructions
Step 1: Simmer Vegetables
- Place the first 8 ingredients (potatoes, water, onions, carrots, celery, bouillon, thyme, bay leaf) into a Dutch oven. Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender.
Step 2: Prepare Potatoes
- Remove potatoes from soup with a slotted spoon. Cool slightly, then cut into quarters. Return potatoes to the soup.
Step 3: Add Creaminess
- Stir in evaporated milk and skim milk.
Step 4: Final Cooking
- Cook on low heat, stirring often, until soup is thoroughly heated. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Tips
- Substitute vegetable bouillon for chicken bouillon to make it vegetarian.
- Add freshly ground black pepper and chopped parsley before serving for extra flavor.
- For thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding the milk.
- Stir in a small amount of shredded reduced-fat cheese for a richer taste.
- Add corn or peas during the last 5 minutes of heating for more vegetables.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture without extra dairy.
- Replace part of the skim milk with plain yogurt for added tang.
- To lower sodium, use low-sodium bouillon granules.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or chives for color and freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 430mgPotassium: 730mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 6200IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.8mg
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