Description
This potato soup is a simple, flavorful dish inspired by family traditions and global flavors. It’s a comforting classic perfect for everyday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, bacon bits, sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine potatoes, onion, and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While potatoes are simmering, melt butter in a separate saucepan.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until a smooth paste forms.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
- Pour milk mixture into the potato mixture.
- Stir well and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the milk mixture.
- You can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian option.
- Add other vegetables like carrots or celery for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg