creamy potato soup

Waynesboro, VA
Updated on Aug 23, 2010

I found this recipe in a Quick Cooking magazine about 10 years ago. I've been making it ever since. I usually have to make two batches because my kids love it and my husband likes to take the leftovers in his lunch. It's creamy and delicious and oh so easy.

prep time
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup chopped celery
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) chicken broth
  • 2 1/3 cups mashed potato flakes
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup cubed process american cheese
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

How To Make creamy potato soup

  • Step 1
    In a 3-quart saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter for 2-3 minutes. Stir in broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat. Add potato flakes; cook and stir for 5-7 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Add milk, cheese, garlic salt and chili powder. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Just before serving, add sour cream and heat through (do not boil).

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