Best 10 Potato And Onion Soup Recipes

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**Potato and Onion Soup: A Culinary Delight**

Indulge in the comforting embrace of potato and onion soup, a culinary masterpiece that blends humble ingredients into a symphony of flavors. This classic soup is a testament to the art of simplicity, relying on a few key ingredients to create a dish that is both nourishing and soul-satisfying. From traditional French onion soup to creamy vegan variations, this article presents a collection of potato and onion soup recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and skill levels. Discover the secrets to crafting a rich, flavorful broth, selecting the perfect potatoes and onions, and mastering the art of caramelization. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking culinary inspiration, let these recipes guide you on a journey of taste and warmth.

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CREAM OF ONION AND POTATO SOUP



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This is a creamy, rich soup that is pureed to be really thick. It will keep you warm on those cold days. Try it with some fresh Italian or French bread, or garnish with croutons.

Provided by Charlie Swann

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 potatoes, peeled and cubed
12 onions, chopped
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons butter
9 cups milk
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over high heat, combine the potatoes, onions and water to cover and boil for 30 to 45 minutes, or until tender. Drain the mixture, reserving 3 cups of the water. Transfer this in small batches to a blender and puree until smooth.
  • In the same pot over medium heat, combine the flour and the butter, stirring together well, to form a roux. Slowly add the milk, stirring constantly, until well blended. Reduce heat to low and add the pureed potato mixture. Let simmer, stirring occasionally for 5 to 10 minutes. Add the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 66.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

POTATO, LEEK AND ONION SOUP WITH GARLIC CHEESE TOASTS



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Provided by Daveena Limonick

Categories     Soup/Stew     Cheese     Potato     Vegetarian     Lunch     Leek     Winter     Swiss Cheese     Bon Appétit     Los Angeles     California

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 tablespoons olive oil
3 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), sliced
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, diced
1 large white onion, chopped
4 14 1/2-ounce cans vegetable broth
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups grated Swiss cheese
8 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives or green onion tops

Steps:

  • Heat 4 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-low heat. Add leeks, potatoes and onion. Sauté until onion is tender, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Add broth and bring soup to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until all vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Working in batches, puree 5 cups soup in blender. Return to pot. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold. Cover; keep refrigerated.)
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Stir remaining 1 tablespoon oil and garlic in small skillet over low heat until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute; remove from heat and cool. Add cheese to garlic in skillet and toss to combine. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Spoon cheese mixture onto bread slices, dividing equally. Bake toasts until cheese melts, about 10 minutes.
  • Bring soup to simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle generously with chives. Serve, passing toasts separately.

PERFECT POTATO, LEEK AND ONION SOUP WITH GARLIC CHEESE TOASTS



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Comfort food at it's finest! This creamy, flavor-full soup is perfect to curl up with on a cold day or any time of year.

Provided by CHILI SPICE

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 large leeks, sliced (white and pale green parts only)
1 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 large white onion, chopped
7 1/2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups grated swiss cheese
8 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives or 1/2 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • SOUP:.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a heavy large pot over medium-low heat. Add leeks, potatoes, and onion. Saute until onion is tender, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Add broth and bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until all vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Working in batches puree cooled soup in a blender ( or use a hand emulsifier in the pot). Return puree to pot. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate uncovered until cold. Cover and keep refrigerated).
  • GARLIC CHEESE TOASTS:.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Stir olive oil and garlic in a small skillet over low heat until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute; remove from heat and cool. Add cheese to garlic in skillet; toss and combine. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Spoon cheese mixture onto bread slices, dividing equally. Bake toasts until cheese melts, about 10 minutes.
  • Bring soup to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle generously with chives. Serve with the garlic cheese toasts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.3, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 507.2, Carbohydrate 79.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 6.3, Protein 20.9

HEARTY POTATO, BACON AND ONION SOUP



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This soup is a favorite with my family, and is quick and easy.

Provided by Rita

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Onion Soup Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices bacon, diced
2 tablespoons margarine
3 onions, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 ¼ cups water
1 cube vegetable bouillon
4 potatoes, cubed
2 egg yolks
1 ⅓ cups sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium high heat, saute the bacon for about 7 minutes, or until lightly browned. Reduce heat to medium, add the butter or margarine and onions and saute for about 5 minutes, or until onions are tender. Add the flour and stir well for one minute.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and gradually add the water, stirring well. Return to stovetop, raising heat to high. Add the bouillon and potatoes, bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  • In a small bowl, combine the egg yolks and the sour cream and mix together. Gradually add this mixture to the soup, stirring well. Heat through, but do not boil. Stir in the parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 155.2 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 359 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

CURRIED POTATO AND SPINACH SOUP WITH ONION SALSA AND MINTED YOGURT



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Provided by Peter Gordon

Categories     Leafy Green     Herb     Mustard     Onion     Potato     Vegetable     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Cauliflower     Spinach     Fall     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

Mustard-onion salsa
4 cups chopped red onions (about 2 large)
1 1/2 tablespoons sunflower oil or canola oil
1 teaspoon nigella seeds*
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
Curry oil
3 tablespoons sunflower or canola oil
4 teaspoons curry powder
Minted yogurt
2/3 cup Greek yogurt
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Soup
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small head of cauliflower, halved, cored, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices, broken into pieces (about 3 cups)
1 medium white onion, chopped
3 tablespoons curry leaves
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
1 tablespoon turmeric
4 1/2 cups vegetable broth
6 bay leaves
1 9-ounce bag baby spinach leaves
1 14- to 16-ounce container firm tofu, drained, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For mustard-onion salsa:
  • Combine first 5 ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until onions begin to soften, stirring frequently, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until onions are very soft, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes. Add lemon juice and lemon peel; cook uncovered until most liquid is evaporated, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before serving.
  • For curry oil:
  • Cook oil and curry powder in heavy small skillet over medium-high heat until curry powder darkens slightly, about 1 minute. Transfer to small pitcher. Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving.
  • For minted yogurt:
  • Mix yogurt, green onions, and chopped mint in medium bowl. Cover and chill. Can be made 6 hours ahead. Keep chilled.
  • For soup:
  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat. Add next 5 ingredients. Cook until onion and cauliflower begin to brown, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add potatoes; stir 2 minutes. Add turmeric and stir 1 minute. Add broth and bay leaves. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 1 minute. Add tofu; heat until warmed through, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Discard bay leaves.
  • Divide soup among 6 bowls; sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve salsa, curry oil, and minted yogurt alongside.
  • *Nigella seeds are pungent and peppery, from a flowering plant of the same name. Also called kalonji or black onion seeds. Available at indianfoodsco.com.

SWEET POTATO AND ONION SOUP



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This simple recipe uses the sweet potato with its distinctive flavour and colour as the base for a delicious soup with a hint of orange and coriander. Taken from "What's Cooking : Potatoes" The recipe calls for the soup to be pureed, and the addition of yoghurt. I don't do this as we prefer chunky soups, so in fact, I stop at the end of Step 4! I squeezed fresh oranges for the orange juice.

Provided by Karen Elizabeth

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 lbs sweet potatoes, diced
1 carrot, diced
2 onions, sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
600 ml vegetable stock
300 ml unsweetened orange juice
225 ml plain yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste
coriander sprig
orange rind

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan and add the diced sweet potatoes and carrot, sliced onions and garlic.
  • Saute gently for five minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Pour in the vegetable stock and orange juice, and bring them to the boil.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and cook the vegetables for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potato and carrot cubes are tender.
  • Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender in batches, and process for one minute until pureed. Return the puree to the rinsed out pan.
  • Stir in the natural yoghurt and chopped coriander and season to taste. Serve the soup garnished with coriander sprigs and orange rind.
  • NOTE:.
  • This soup can be served chilled, if preferred. If chilling it, stir the yoghurt into the soup just before serving, and serve in chilled bowls.

POTATO AND ONION SOUP



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This is a very savory and tasty soup!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Onion Soup Recipes

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup margarine
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 leeks
2 red potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 quarts water
1 tablespoon salt
¼ cup margarine
½ cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a heavy 4 quart pan, melt 1/4 cup butter and onion until wilted. Add cleaned and sliced leeks, potatoes, water and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer, partially covered, for 45 minutes or until potatoes are very tender.
  • Remove from heat and cool if you want. Blend the cooked mixture until smooth. Return to the saucepan; add 1/4 cup butter, cream and chives. Check for seasonings. Heat, but do not boil or the cream will curdle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1169.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CREAM OF POTATO AND ONION SOUP



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Yes, as much as we hate to admit it to ourselves in the Northern Hemisphere, Winter is upon us; cold, damp, and snowy weather is the time to bring out the reinforcements of warmth with hearty soups and potage. Soups are so easy to prepare and the varieties are limitless, particularly when dealing with vegetables. This recipe for Cream of Potato and Onion Soup is sure to please every member of your family, rich and velvety accented with crispy fried chopped bacon and scallions. Whether served as a first course or the main event, this soup is a winner.

Provided by NonChefNick

Categories     Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb white potato, cubed
1 medium white onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup scallion, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup bacon, sliced (imitation bacon can be used for vegetarians)
1 1/2 cups evaporated milk (12 oz.)
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 pinches nutmeg
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, saute the bacon over medium heat until browned. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Next, add the white onion and saute over medium heat until onions become translucent. Add the diced potatoes along with the olive oil and continue to saute for about 6 or 7 minutes, stirring frequently. When the potatoes begin to soften, add the chicken broth and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan (to deglaze).
  • Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for about 15 minutes, checking on it every 5 minutes or so. Next, add the evaporated milk, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Stir so that ingredients are well mixed. At this time, you can use a hand held blender to puree the soup. If you don't have a hand held blender, use a food processor and pulse blend for a couple of minutes. You may add a bit more chicken stock if it seems too thick.
  • When the soup is well blended and velvety, add back the bacon as well as the parsley and stir well. Simmer for a couple more minutes and then taste for proper seasoning. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of butter until melted. Serve hot, adding some of the scallions for garnish and a small pad of butter. Serve with a hearty bread on the side. Enjoy.

ROASTED ONION, POTATO, AND CABBAGE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Potato

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound red or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4" dice (about 2½ cups)
1 pound yellow onions, peeled and chopped into 1/2" to 3/4" pieces (about 3 cups)
3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed with the side of a knife
3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Several grinds of fresh black pepper
1 pound green cabbage, chopped into 1/2" to 3/4" dice (about 6 cups)
Another 1/2 teaspoon salt
4 to 5 cups organic chicken stock, preferably homemade
1/2 cup organic whole milk (optional)
1/2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese (optional)
Salt and fresh black pepper to taste
Garnish suggestions:
Freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
Thin slices of Monterey Jack cheese
Snipped fresh chives (so easy to grow) or chopped scallions
Some finely chopped cabbage for a little crunch
A dollop of sour cream, yogurt, or creme fraiche
A dash or two (or three!) of Sriracha hot chili sauce (I love this stuff)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425°. Combine the potatoes, onions, and garlic in a large roasting pan. Add the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper and toss to coat the vegetables evenly. Roast, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Add the cabbage and another 1/2 teaspoon salt to the roasting pan, toss to combine, and roast until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Remove the roasting pan from the oven and place it over two burners on the stove. Stir in 2 cups of the chicken stock and cook over low heat for a few minutes, scraping up any dark and crispy roasted bits that are stuck to the pan. Transfer the contents of the roasting pan to a 3 or 4 quart pot. Stir in 2 more cups of chicken stock, plus the milk and/or Pecorino Romano if using. Use an immersion blender or counter top blender to carefully purée the soup, adding up to 1 more cup of chicken stock if it's thicker than you like. Cook over low heat until hot and check the seasonings (salt brings out the flavors, and you may need more if your stock isn't very salty). Serve, garnished as desired.

CHEESY ONION AND POTATO SOUP



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Make and share this Cheesy Onion and Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alison J.

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups chopped onions
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups peeled cubed potatoes
2 cups boiling water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
3 cups milk
1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook onions in butter until limp, but not brown.
  • Add potato, water, bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper. Cover, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes till potatoes are tender.
  • Remove from heat and blend till smooth.
  • Return to saucepan and add milk and cheese.
  • Reheat slowly until cheese melts, but do not boil!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Good options include Yukon Gold, russet, and red potatoes.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Sauté the onions until they are caramelized. This will add a rich, sweet flavor to the soup.
  • Use a good quality broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of cream or milk for a richer flavor.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Potato and onion soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and delicious. It is a great way to use up leftover potatoes and onions, and it can be easily customized to your own taste. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, creamy or chunky, there is a potato and onion soup recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a warm and satisfying meal, give potato and onion soup a try. You won't be disappointed.

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