Creamy (and Simple) Potato Soup Recipe (2024)

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January 17, 2024February 26, 2019 by Malinda Linnebur

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This creamy and Simple Potato Soup Recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Made in under 30 minutes on the stovetop with easy-to-find ingredients, this delicious and hearty old fashioned potato soup recipe is sure to impress your dinner guests all winter long!

Simple Potato Soup Recipe

If you crave super simple comfort foods like I do, this is the ultimate simple potato soup recipe for you!

I’ve tested out a wide variety of soups, but there is ONE that stuck with me and it’s this creamy and comforting potato soup. I’ve been making it for years and my recipe has evolved, so I thought I would share it with you. You can think of it as an old fashioned potato soup recipe with some really fun updates.

I don’t use any of the canned stuff for this one — I find that generally canned soup is packed with sodium, so a plus to this recipe is that it doesn’t require any! It all comes together with just a handful of wholesome pantry ingredients so you can feel really good about what you’re feeding your family.

This is my go-to for rainy fall nights or snowy winter afternoons. To be honest, I’ve been known to whip this up any time of year! What I love perhaps best of all is that this is an easy potato soup recipe on stovetop — no need to bust out the slow cooker or wait all day for it to cook up!

If you’re looking for some other great comforting soups, be sure to try my Hearty Beef Stew, Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatball Soup, or Creamy Cajun Potato Soup too!

Why You Will Love My Old Fashioned Potato Soup Recipe

Made with all-natural, basic ingredients
It’s ready to devour in under 30 minutes
Super easy to make!
Can be served alone or as a side dish
So delicious and comforting

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Key Ingredients to Make Easy Creamy Potato Soup

BACON – Because we all know bacon makes everything better.
VEGETABLES – Onion, celery, and potatoes are the perfect trio for a delicious and simple potato soup recipe.
GARLIC – For some aroma and additional flavor.
FLOUR – To thicken the broth.
CHICKEN BROTH OR STOCK – To add some liquid to the soup.
MILK OF CHOICE – To add to the creamy and luscious texture of your easy creamy potato soup broth.
SOUR CREAM – The real reason why this soup is the creamiest! Don’t skip it — this is one of my favorite upgrades on an otherwise classic old fashioned potato soup recipe.

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Instructions to Make My Easy Potato Soup Recipe on Stovetop

COOK THE BACON AND VEGGIES: In a large pot, brown the bacon and cook the onion and celery down until soft and translucent (about 5-7 minutes).

SAUTÉ THE GARLIC: Add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

ADD THE FLOUR: Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.

ADD THE LIQUIDS: Stir in the chicken broth and milk until well combined.

Serving Suggestions

Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Tuna Melt Sandwiches, or ham sandwiches
Honey Wheat Rolls or any crusty bread
Lemon Parmesan Roasted Broccoli, Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots, or any roasted vegetables
A simple side salad
Any and all toppings! I’m talking bacon, cheddar, green onions, sour cream… the options are endless for this easy potato soup recipe on stovetop!

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FAQ

How do you thicken potato soup?

There are several ways you could thicken this potato soup. Many are gluten-free options as well!

You could use flour to make a roux, which is what I used in this simple potato soup recipe. You could also use cornstarch or instant potato flakes to thicken the soup at the end of cooking.

Can I freeze this potato soup?

I know some say you can’t freeze cream-based soups, but I have without a problem. Just note that your stovetop potato soup will be thicker, so you will probably need to thin it out with a little more milk or broth when reheating.

Can I add other vegetables to this old fashioned potato soup recipe?

Definitely! I would recommend adding corn, peas, and/or green beans.

Tips for Making Stovetop Potato Soup

I like to use Yukongold potatoes because they hold their shape well after cooking. However, any potato will work for this easy creamy potato soup recipe.
The smaller your potatoes are, the quicker they will cook.
Stirring in the flour is a crucial step because, without it, the soup will be thin and runny.
To make this recipe vegan, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth, plant-based milk, and plain vegan yogurt.
If you decide to freeze and reheat this soup, be sure to reheat gently over low heat to prevent scorching the soup.

More Soup Recipes To Try

Creamy Taco Soup
Tuscan Bean Soup
Black Bean Soup
Minestrone Soup

Thanks so much for reading! Let me know what you think about this easy potato soup recipe on stovetop!

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Creamy Potato Soup

Ingredients

6 strips bacon, chopped
1 small onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
4-6 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup (30g) all purpose flour
4 cups (950ml) chicken broth/stock
2 cups (475ml) milk of choice
2 pounds (900g) Potatoes of choice, cut into small pieces
½ cup (110g) sour cream (fat level of choice)

Instructions

In a large pot brown the bacon, onion, and celery until onion is soft and translucent (about 5-7 minutes). Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste. Stir in chicken broth and milk until well combined. Add potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer on medium-low to low for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. The smaller your potatoes the quicker they will cook.
When potatoes are tender remove from heat and stir in sour cream.

Notes

I like to use Yukongold potatoes because they hold their shape well after cooking. However, any potato will work for this recipe.
Nutrition Facts: Nutrition was calculated using low sodium chicken broth, whole milk,and regular sour cream.Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate.

What to serve with Creamy Potato Soup

A grilled cheese and ham sandwich
A simple side salad
Any roasted vegetable
Crusty bread
All the toppings!!! Bacon, cheddar, green onions, sour cream…

Nutrition

*Originally published February 2015. Photos, text, and recipe updated.*