Uncle Bill'S Special Creamy Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Uncle Bill'S Special Creamy Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks; 1/2 cup butter, divided; 2 large onions, sliced thin; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 large leek, cut, washed, then chopped (white part only); 1 large celery rib, chopped small; 4 large garlic cloves, chopped; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup whole milk, homogenized; 1 cup whipping cream; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon celery seed; 1/2 cup freshly grated padano cheese; 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

6 large yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1/2 cup butter, divided
2 large onions, sliced thin
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large leek, cut, washed, then chopped (white part only)
1 large celery rib, chopped small
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk, homogenized
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 cup freshly grated padano cheese
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
In a large saucepan or a medium cooking pot, add potatoes, cover with water; bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and cook for about 10 minutes. The potatoes will not be fully cooked and that is fine.
2
Drain and transfer to a large cooking pot.
3
In a large frying pan, on medium-high heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter.
4
Add sliced onions, stir and cook until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
5
Add flour and stir well to coat onions.
6
Add leeks, celery and garlic and fry for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Transfer the onion-leek mixture to the large cooking pot.
8
Add chicken broth, bring to boil, reduce heat and cook for about 3 minutes.
9
Add the milk, whipping cream, salt, pepper, thyme, and celery seeds.
10
Bring the soup to boil, reduce heat and cook for 2 minutes.
11
Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
12
In a food processor or blender, puree soup in batches until smooth and return to the cooking pot. You may also use an immersion blender.
13
Add grated cheese and bring to just boil or until cheese melts.
14
Adjust seasonings to taste.
15
Serve soup hot.
16
Refrigerate any unused portion ot the soup.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks, 1/2 cup butter, divided, 2 large onions, sliced thin, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Uncle Bill'S Special Creamy 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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Uncle Bill'S Special Creamy Potato Soup

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