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Comforting Potato Soup

A comforting potato soup recipe passed down through generations, perfect for chilly evenings. Easy to make and customizable with toppings like bacon, cheese, and green onions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 lbs potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 2 sweet yellow onions onions peeled and sliced
  • q.s. water enough to cover the potatoes and onions plus 2 inches extra
  • 1 stick real butter
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • optional toppings green onions, bacon, shredded cheese, hard-boiled eggs

Equipment

  • 12-quart stew pot
  • Peeler
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Slotted spoon
  • Masher

Method
 

  1. Peel and chop the potatoes into 2-inch pieces.
  2. Peel and slice the onions into rings and add to the pot with the potatoes.
  3. Place potatoes and onions in a 12-quart stew pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until tender.
  4. Add butter and cream to the pot, stirring gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. For a thicker soup, remove some potatoes to mash and stir back into the pot until desired thickness is achieved.
  6. Prepare toppings and serve on the side for customization.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This soup is extremely versatile; feel free to add bacon, cheese, or any preferred toppings. For a lighter version, consider substituting heavy cream with half-and-half. Store the soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. When reheating, add a little milk or cream for creaminess. Experiment with spices like paprika or cayenne for a twist!
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