Potato Soup
This creamy potato soup is a classic comfort food, perfect for chilly days. It's easy to make with simple ingredients and can be customized with various flavors.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 cups diced Russet potatoes (about 2 pounds) About 2 large potatoes
- 1 cup diced carrots About 2 large carrots
- 1 clove garlic Mashed and diced
Liquids and Bases
- 3 cups water Just enough to cover the veggies
- 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base Adjust to taste
- 4 cups milk Whole milk is best
Seasonings
- ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley Or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup butter One stick
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Garnishes
- to taste Cheddar cheese Chopped, for garnish
- to taste chopped green onions For garnish
- to taste chopped parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small pieces, about 1/2 inch, and place in a stock pot.
- Peel and dice the carrots, adding them to the pot.
- Mash and mince 1 clove of garlic and add it to the pot.
Cooking
- Pour in 3 cups of water to cover the vegetables, and add Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base and fresh parsley.
- Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce to medium heat and simmer with the lid slightly tilted for about 20 minutes until tender.
Mashing and Sauce
- Remove from heat and mash the mixture to your preferred texture.
- In another pot, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat, then mix in 1/2 cup of flour to create a paste.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, cooking for 1-3 minutes.
- Gradually add 4 cups of milk, whisking well until combined, and allow it to boil for 1 minute.
Combining
- Pour the white sauce into the pot with the vegetables and stir until fully combined.
- Serve warm, garnishing with chopped parsley, cheese, and green onions.
Notes
Store leftover soup in the fridge for up to 5 days; do not freeze as the texture may change. For added flavor, consider adding smoked paprika or hot sauce.