Irish Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Irish Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. butter or margarine; 1/2 c. finely chopped onions; 5 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered; 1 1/2 c. water; 2 tsp. salt; 2 c. hot milk; 1/2 c. cold milk; 1 egg yolk; few grains cayenne pepper; 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley

Servings: persons

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Melt butter or margarine
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in
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heavy
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pan over low heat. Add onions, stirring
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until
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tender.
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Add potatoes, water, and salt. Cover pan and
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cook
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until potatoes are tender.
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Drain, reserving liquid.
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Press
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potatoes
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through
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sieve
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and add to liquid.
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Add hot milk and
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stir
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well.
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Combine
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cold milk and beaten egg yolk. Add
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slowly to warm soup, stirring constantly.
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Add cayenne pepper.
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Reheat soup slowly, but do not boil. Add parsley just before serving.
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6 to 8 servings.

434

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. butter or margarine, 1/2 c. finely chopped onions, 5 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered, 1 1/2 c. water, and more.

Yes, Irish 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Irish Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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