Colonial Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Colonial Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices smoked bacon, diced; 2 small onions, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 lbs red potatoes, diced; 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth; 2 cups milk; 5 ounces sour cream; 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1
* Fry bacon till semi-crisp then add the onion. Saute over medium high heat stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon. Just when the onion begin to caramelize add the garlic. Saute for 5 minutes. Bacon should be well done and the onions and garlic caramelized.
2
* Add the potatoes, then pour over them the beef broth and milk. Stir well then add the rosemary, sea salt and black pepper. Simmer about 15 minutes stirring frequently to avoid scorching.
3
* Once the potatoes are semi-tender add the sour cream and parsley. Continue to simmer till the potatoes are done and the broth has become thick and creamy. Lightly mash to thicken the broth. Serve immediately.
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This is great when paired with an herby artisan bread and white wine.

526

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices smoked bacon, diced, 2 small onions, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 1/2 lbs red potatoes, diced, and more.

Yes, Colonial 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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Colonial Potato Soup

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