Ellen's Potato Soup

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly creamy, Ellen's Potato Soup is the ultimate bowl of homemade goodness. This hearty recipe features tender russet potatoes, sautéed onions, and garlic, all blended into a velvety base enriched with milk and heavy cream. The secret lies in creating a smooth roux with unsalted butter and flour, which gives the soup its luxurious texture. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, this versatile soup can be topped with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions for an added layer of flavor. Ready in just under an hour and ideal for chilly evenings, this classic potato soup is sure to please the whole family. Try Ellen's Potato Soup for an easy dinner recipe that’s both comforting and delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium (about 2 lbs) Russet potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup (optional, for topping) Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) Green onions, sliced
• 2 slices (optional, for topping) Cooked bacon, crumbled

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook the flour, forming a roux.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add the diced potatoes to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth, or leave small chunks for a more rustic texture. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, blending carefully, and return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 more minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the soup to thicken further.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the potato soup into bowls and, if desired, top with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and crumbled bacon.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy Ellen's rich and creamy potato soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5548.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5329.2

Total Fat 143.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 425.9mg	0%
Sodium 7595.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 864.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.6g	0%
Total Sugars 72.8g
Protein 166.4g	0%

Vitamin D 238.7IU	0%
Calcium 2079.1mg	0%
Iron 45.4mg	0%
Potassium 21769.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.8%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 63.9%