GRANDMA MARTY'S CHUNKY POTATO SOUP

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To make this a filling meal,I usually serve this soup with fresh bread.For a slightly different twist,serve it in individual bread bowls. To make them,buy small round loaves of a hearty bread,such as Italian,and slice off a small piece from the top.Then remove the insides of the loaf,leaving a 1 1/2-inch shell;fill with hot...

Provided by marty olguin

Categories     Soups

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large red potatoes
2 c water
1 medium onion
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
ground black pepper (to taste)
3 c milk
1/2 tsp sugar
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1 c cubed cooked ham

Steps:

  • 1. Wash potatoes well and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain,reserving liquid. Set aside potatoes.Measure 1 cup cooking liquid,adding water if necessary;set aside
  • 3. Peel and finely chop onion.Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion to saucepan;cook,stirring frequently,until onion is translucent and tender,but not brown.
  • 4. Add flour to saucepan; with pepper flakes and black pepper to taste.Cook 3-4 minutes.
  • 5. Gradually add potatoes,reserved 1 cup cooking liquid,milk and sugar to onion mixture in saucepan;add cheese and ham. Simmer over low heat 30 minutes,stirring frequently.
  • 6. Store leftovers,covered in refrigerator. This recipe is a hearty,warm,filling soup that kids really enjoy : )

Jojmia Sk
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.


Caitie Lavigne
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I love that this soup can be made in one pot. It makes cleanup a breeze.


puskal Kunwar
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make.


Maryam Asif
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I'm not a big fan of potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Cortilda Agbo
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This potato soup is a family favorite. We make it all the time.


Ashok Kc
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The soup was a little too thick for my taste. I had to add some extra milk to thin it out.


Anas Awni
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The soup was easy to make and turned out great. I especially liked the crispy bacon on top.


Sajawal Malik
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This is the best potato soup I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


seth Ogelvie
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The soup was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to make it more flavorful.


Ali Waqas
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The soup was delicious. I made it for a potluck and everyone loved it.


shadow force
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family.


benard edulu
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This potato soup is hearty and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I added a few extra vegetables to the soup, such as carrots and celery, and it turned out great.