cream of potato soup

Detroit, MI
Updated on Jan 8, 2014

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!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chicken broh
  • 6 cups whole or 2% milk or half & half
  • 12 ounces bacon, cooked & crumbled
  • 2 1/2 pounds potatos, peeled & cubed
  • 1 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup green onions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all purpous flour
  • 1/2 cup water

How To Make cream of potato soup

  • Step 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.
  • Step 2
    Add Milk and butter, salt & pepper, cook until just heated through.
  • Step 3
    Mix flour and water together and stir until a smooth paste is formed.
  • Step 4
    Add flour paste, cook & stir over medium heat just until thickened. Serve with cheddar cheese & oyster crackers.

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Category: Chowders
Category: Cream Soups
Keyword: #Onion
Keyword: #green
Keyword: #stew
Keyword: #creamy
Keyword: #milk
Keyword: #potatoe
Keyword: #Bisque
Keyword: #celery
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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