Red Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Red Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs red potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes; 4 celery ribs, cut into small pieces; 1 medium purple onion, diced; 5 slices bacon, torn into pieces; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 pint half-and-half; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 quarts water

Servings: persons

1
Start by frying the bacon in a 2 gallon stockpot over medium heat. When the bacon is about half cooked, add in the onions, parsley, garlic and celery. Cook until the onions and celery are softened.
2
Add 4 quarts of water to the stockpot. Bring to a boil, then add potatoes. Cook for 40 minutes, covered. Stir occasionally.
3
After 40 minutes, spoon about 1/2 of the potatoes with liquid into a blender. Puree till smooth, add the pureed potatoes back into the pot along with the salt, pepper and half-and-half.
4
Cook for an additional 20 minutes, covered.
5
Stir frequently.
6
Serve garnished with grated cheddar cheese and serve with warm French bread.
7
Season to taste.

583

kcal

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 4 lbs red potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes, 4 celery ribs, cut into small pieces, 1 medium purple onion, diced, 5 slices bacon, torn into pieces, and more.

Yes, Red 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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Red Potato Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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