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creamy potato soup

(2 ratings)
Elaine55 avatar
Recipe by
Elaine Bovender
@Elaine55
Wilmington, NC

There's nothing like a good potato soup on a cool day. I've been making this one for years and it's always been a hit at soup and sandwich luncheons, for company or just for family. I hope you enjoy this simple, creamy soup.

(2 ratings)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For creamy potato soup

  • 6 c
    red potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 md
    onions, peeled and quartered. you may also coarsely chop, if you'd prefer.
  • 32 oz
    box chicken broth
  • 1 tsp
    chicken flavor better than bullion
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pt
    heavy cream
  • 12 oz
    package bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/3 c
    corn starch
  • water to mix with corn starch

How To Make creamy potato soup

  • 1
    In a large pot or dutch oven add potatoes and onions. Add chicken broth and add enough water to cover. Mix in Better than Bullion, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover, simmering until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes or so.
  • 2
    Remove from heat. Mix cornstarch with enough water to make a pourable paste, stirring until smooth. Add heavy cream, cornstarch mixture and crumbled bacon. Return to heat and bring to almost a boil, but not a full boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. You may add additional pepper, if desired.
  • 3
    Serve with crusty bread or crackers. Top with green onions, cheese or anything you like. Enjoy!
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