Basic Potato Soup

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Looking for a comforting and hearty dish? Look no further than this basic potato soup recipe. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious bowl of creamy potato goodness in no time. This recipe is perfect for those chilly nights when you crave something warm and satisfying. Whether you enjoy it as a main course or a side dish, this potato soup is sure to become a favorite.

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Basic potato soup recipe details

Basic potato soup recipe, recipe Rating: 4.5
Number of votes:103

My mother gave me this recipe for potato soup and it is extremely easy and tastes great.
Ready in: 1 hour

Ingredients

Serves: 8

• 6-8 large red potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium white onion, chopped
• 8 slices turkey or pork bacon
• 1 tablespoon oil or butter
• 2-3 chicken bouillon cubes
• 1/4 cup hot water
• 20 ounces evaporated milk
• 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic salt

Preparation method

Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 30 mins

1. Place cubed potatoes in a very large saucepan with enough water to cover completely. Boil on high heat until tender. Meanwhile, Saute the onions and bacon in a medium frying pan till brown in oil.
2. Disolve the chicken bouillon cubes in the hot water, breaking the cubes up with a fork or spoon, stirring together. Add to a medium mixing bowl with evaporated milk and garlic salt to taste.
3. Empty boiling water from potatoes and set 1/8th of the potatoes aside in a bowl
4. Add milk mixture to the potatoes along with onions and bacon. Mix together till creamy, adding more evaporated milk for thinner soup. Add the rest of the potatoes, breaking them up to the chunky style of your taste.
5. Slow simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes and serve.