German-style Potato Soup Recipe

Name: German-style Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (.5 kg). bacon, diced small; 5 oz (140 grm). green onions, thinly sliced; 8 oz (224 grm). all-purpose flour; 4 quarts (3775 ml) hot water; 4 oz (112 grm). ham base; 1 oz (28 grm). chicken base; 3 oz (84 grm). sugar; 1/2 lb (.2 kg). medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 8 oz (224 grm). leeks, sliced tops and bottom; 1/2 cup (125 ml) white vinegar; 2 cups (475 ml) half & half

Servings: persons

1 lb (.5 kg). bacon, diced small
5 oz (140 grm). green onions, thinly sliced
8 oz (224 grm). all-purpose flour
4 quarts (3775 ml) hot water
4 oz (112 grm). ham base
1 oz (28 grm). chicken base
3 oz (84 grm). sugar
1/2 lb (.2 kg). medium potatoes, peeled and diced
8 oz (224 grm). leeks, sliced tops and bottom
1/2 cup (125 ml) white vinegar
2 cups (475 ml) half & half

1
Cook bacon in heavy pot until brown.
2
Stir in green onions and saute 2 minutes.
3
Add flour to bacon and onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes; remove from heat.
4
Add hot water, ham base, chicken base, sugar, potatoes, and leeks to the bacon mixture; heat to boiling.
5
Boil for 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
6
Add vinegar and mix well; cook for 2 minutes.
7
Add half & half and simmer, stirring often.
8
When heated through, serve hot with a garnish.
9
Will keep 5 to 7 days in the refrigerator.

1023

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Fat

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 lb (.5 kg). bacon, diced small, 5 oz (140 grm). green onions, thinly sliced, 8 oz (224 grm). all-purpose flour, 4 quarts (3775 ml) hot water, and more.

Yes, German-style 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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German-style Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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