Potato Soup for My Wife Recipe

Name: Potato Soup for My Wife
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 large onions, sliced thin; 16 cups water; 3 stalks celery, small dice; 1 lb carrot, med dice; 5 lbs potatoes, peeled large dice; 12 lb healthy choice ham, med dice; 2 teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 12 ounces fat-free evaporated milk

Servings: persons

1
Put butter, onions and celery into a large heavy covered stock pot.
2
Sweat on low for 12 minutes stirring a couple of times.
3
Add water, carrots, potatoes, ham, salt and pepper to covered pot and raise heat to high.
4
When water starts to boil lower heat to medium low and soft boil for 18 minutes.
5
Carrots should be firm soft.
6
Cook longer if necessary.
7
Remove from heat and put 3 ladles of vegetables and milk into a blender or food processor.
8
MAKE SURE LID IS ON TIGHT, MIXTURE IS HOT!
9
Process on high speed for 60 seconds.
10
Carefully add back into pot and stir until blended.
11
Serve.

2835

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

146

Carbs

248

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: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 large onions, sliced thin, 16 cups water, 3 stalks celery, small dice, and more.

Yes, Potato Soup for My Wife 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!

Potato Soup for My Wife

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Variations & substitutions

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