Grandma's Potato Soup

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Grandma’s Potato Soup, the ultimate homemade comfort food that tastes just like it came from her kitchen. This creamy, hearty soup is packed with wholesome ingredients—tender Russet potatoes, sweet carrots, crisp celery, and aromatic hints of garlic and thyme—perfectly balanced in a buttery, velvety broth. Lightly mashed potatoes create a luxuriously thick texture, while optional toppings like cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh parsley add a customizable, indulgent finish. Ready in under an hour, this easy potato soup recipe is the perfect family-friendly meal for chilly nights, offering simple yet irresistible flavors that warm the soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 large Russet potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 2 small Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 6 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 4 strips Cooked crumbled bacon (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Set them aside in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.

Step 2

Dice the onion, carrots, and celery into small, even pieces. Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 3

In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Drain the potatoes and add them to the pot. Stir in the salt, ground black pepper, and dried thyme. Cover the pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 8

Using a potato masher, lightly mash some of the potatoes in the pot to thicken the soup. Leave some chunks for texture.

Step 9

Stir in the whole milk and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot, garnished with optional toppings such as shredded cheddar cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and crumbled bacon. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3997.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3094.6

Total Fat 113.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 337.3mg	0%
Sodium 10191.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 406.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.2g	0%
Total Sugars 56.9g
Protein 122.6g	0%

Vitamin D 245.4IU	0%
Calcium 1816.3mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 10563.9mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 51.8%