Potato Onion Soup Recipes

CREAM OF ONION AND POTATO SOUP

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.

POTATO AND ONION SOUP

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.

BEST EVER POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; drain drippings. Add vegetables, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes., Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.

IRISH-STYLE POTATO ONION SOUP

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Heat a 6- to 8-quart stockpot, add 4 tablespoons of the butter and onions, and cook gently. Do not let the onions brown. Add the peeled and sliced potatoes, milk, and chicken stock . Add 1/4 cup of the chives, celery seeds, and thyme . Cover and cook gently for about an hour.
• In a small saucepan melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter and whisk in the flour. Let the roux bubble for 2 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Thicken the stock with the roux, whisking carefully to avoid lumps. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes and then puree together in a food blender .
• Add the cream and gently reheat, but do not boil. Season with salt and pepper . Serve with remaining 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives and the crisply fried bacon as garnishes.

POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. When it foams, add the potatoes and onions and toss them in the butter until well coated.
• Sprinkle with salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cover with a butter wrapper or paper lid and the lid of the saucepan. Sweat on a gentle heat for approximately 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring the stock to the boil. When the vegetables are soft but not coloured add the boiling stock and continue to cook for about 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
• Add the milk and purée the soup in a blender or food processor. Taste and adjust seasoning.
• Serve sprinkled with a few freshly chopped herbs or some of the following garnishes.

LEEK, ONION AND POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Begin by trimming the leeks, discarding the tough outer layer. Now split them in half lengthways and slice them quite finely, then wash them thoroughly in two or three changes of water. Drain well. In a large, thick-based saucepan, gently melt the butter, then add the leeks, onions and potatoes, stirring them all round with a wooden spoon so they get a nice coating of butter. Season with salt and pepper, then cover and let the vegetables sweat over a very low heat for about 15 minutes. After that, add the stock and milk, bring to simmering point, cover and let the soup simmer very gently for a further 20 minutes or until the vegetables are soft - if you have the heat too high the milk in it may cause it to boil over. Now you can put the whole lot into a blender - leave it to cool a little first - and blend to a purée. If you have to blend the soup in batches, make sure you have a bowl to hand to put the first batch into. Now return the soup to the saucepan and reheat gently, tasting to check the seasoning. Add a swirl of cream or crème fraîche before serving and sprinkle with freshly snipped chives or parsley.

POTATO ONION SOUP

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute onions over medium heat in oil for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and set aside. , In the same kettle, brown beef; drain. Add the water, potatoes, vinegar, bouillon, salt, pepper and reserved onions; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Stir in parsley. Ladle into ovenproof bowls. Top each with Swiss cheese, a slice of bread and Parmesan cheese. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes or until cheeses are bubbly.

ONION SOUP ROASTED POTATOES

Steps:

• Wash and cut unpeeled potatoes into chunks. I make 2 bowls and toss potatoes in olive oil and then in onion soup mix that is whisked together with black pepper and garlic powder.
• Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Spread potatoes on sheet and bake in preheated 425 degree oven for about 40 minutes or until nicely browned and cooked. Turn potatoes with spatula after 20 minutes.

POTATO ONION SOUP

Steps:

• Combine potatoes, onion, salt and pepper and enough water to cover in large saucepan.
• Bring to boil and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
• Drain partially.
• Stir in milk, butter and instant potatoes. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
• Add pimento and mix well.
• Serve garnished with bacon, green onions and cheddar cheese.

CREAMY POTATO BACON SOUP

Steps:

• Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
• Add onion, garlic, and celery to the bacon fat and cook 3-4 minutes or until onion softens slightly.
• Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook covered 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cream and simmer for 5 minutes longer.
• Combine cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Whisk into the simmering soup and simmer 1 minute. Stir in half of the bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste.
• Spoon into bowls, top with parmesan cheese, remaining bacon and green onions.

POTATO ONION SOUP

Steps:

• Put a quarter of the onions into a large saucepan with the potatoes and 4 cups of water.
• Bring to a boil, then cover and let cook until the potatoes are completely tender.
• Meanwhile melt the butter or margarine and oil in another saucepan, put in the remaining onions, cover, and cook gently for about 15 minutes, or until they are very soft.
• Puree the potato mixture in a blender or food processor, then return it to the saucepan.
• Add the onions to the saucepan, together with their buttery juices.
• Season to taste with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, reheat gently, and serve.

ONION SOUP POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450°F.
• Place the potatoes, onion soup mix, and oil in a large Ziploc bag. Seal, and shake to evenly coat the potatoes.
• Pour the potatoes into a 9x13-inch baking dish, and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. Flip the potatoes halfway through. The potatoes are done when they're golden brown on the outside and soft in the center.
• Cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. See post for storage options.