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cream of potato soup

(4 ratings)
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Recipe by
Amy H.
@Meave
Detroit, MI

This recipe makes some of the best base for any cream soup! You could make it heavier and creamier by using half & half instead of milk! I generally make it with whole or 2% milk. Enjoy!

(4 ratings)
yield 6 -8
prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For cream of potato soup

  • 3 c
    chicken broh
  • 6 c
    whole or 2% milk or half & half
  • 12 oz
    bacon, cooked & crumbled
  • 2 1/2 lb
    potatos, peeled & cubed
  • 1 c
    celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 c
    green onions
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    white pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/4 c
    all purpous flour
  • 1/2 c
    water

How To Make cream of potato soup

  • 1
    Cook potatoes and celery in chicken broth, add bacon in last five minutes of cooking. Drain broth off of bacon and vegetable until what's left barely covers the vegetables & bacon.
  • 2
    Add Milk and butter, salt & pepper, cook until just heated through.
  • 3
    Mix flour and water together and stir until a smooth paste is formed.
  • 4
    Add flour paste, cook & stir over medium heat just until thickened. Serve with cheddar cheese & oyster crackers.
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