Aunt Ann's Creamy Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Aunt Ann's Creamy Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 2 each onions chopped; 1 each leeks white part only, thinly sliced; 3 each celery diced; 4 each potatoes waxy, peeled and diced; 1 teaspoon paprika sweet; 6 cups chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon thyme dried; 1 small bay leaves; 5 Sprigs parsley leaves tied together with a kitchen string; 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 x salt; 1 x black pepper freshly ground; 1 tablespoon parsley leaves minced fresh

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter, unsalted
2 each onions chopped
1 each leeks white part only, thinly sliced
3 each celery diced
4 each potatoes waxy, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon paprika sweet
6 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon thyme dried
1 small bay leaves
5 Sprigs parsley leaves tied together with a kitchen string
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 x salt
1 x black pepper freshly ground
1 tablespoon parsley leaves minced fresh

1
Place the butter and onion in a large soup kettle, set over low heat and cook until onions have softened, about 5 to 8 minutes.
2
Increase the heat to medium, add the leek and stir-cook 1 minute.
3
Add the potatoes and paprika; stir-cook 30 seconds.
4
Stir in the broth, thyme, herb bundle, and Worcestershire sauce.
5
Bring the soup base to a boil, then cover and simmer 50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
6
Scoop out about 1 cup of the vegetables and mash them; then return them to the pot.
7
Discard the herb bundle.
8
(The soup may be prepared in advance up to this point.)
9
Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper to taste, and let the soup cook without simmering until hot throughout.
10
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or other fresh herbs, and serve immediately.

974

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, unsalted, 2 each onions chopped, 1 each leeks white part only, thinly sliced, 3 each celery diced, and more.

Yes, Aunt Ann's Creamy Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Aunt Ann's Creamy Potato Soup

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