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Plain Potato Soup

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"Very basic, very simple soup. Potatoes are boiled, then mashed. Evaporated milk is blended in and some salt and white pepper is used to season the soup. Serve hot, or you can reheat in a microwave or double boiler." — Rosemary

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
water to cover
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Place the potatoes in a large pot over high heat. Add water to cover, about 1 inch over the potatoes. Boil for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Do not drain.
Reduce heat to low and pour in the evaporated milk and the butter. Mash the potatoes in the pot with a potato masher. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 40 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 07, 2004

this is a great recipe. the only thing i changed was i used 12oz heavy whipping cream and 12oz 2% milk. and i add chuncks of potato. a great base to start with and add new items everytime for a change

—OURHANNAH

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 29, 2012

This is just as the title indicates, PLAIN potato soup. There are so many other basic potato soups that have so much more flavor.

—zippy

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Dec 14, 2004

I make this same soup but don't cover the potatoes and add a sliced onion, cook them 30 min or so without a cover (most of the water will evaporate) Mash the mixture up slightly with a potato masher. Then I scald 1 qt. skim milk in the microwave and add that. Add just a shake of Tabasco sauce, salt & pepper, and you have a low-fat, soul warming soup. For leftover next day, I sometimes add 1 can baby clams and heat. My husband loves this. (He adds a pat of butter to his bowl.) It's the first soup I make every fall.

—DAISYMAY2

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Jan 15, 2009

I was looking to see if they had this recipe as it is basically the way I have been making it for years. This is a great basic recipe and you cannot beat real boiled potatos for soup.(The flakes don't hold a candle). I add onions and bacon sauteed in butter but if you want to avoid the heart attack :-) you can skip it and just use different seasonings to spice it up. Thanks for posting!! Sometimes simple is better!

—ANDREASKYE

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Sep 28, 2009

This soup is so tasty. I made the following changes: I used chicken broth to cover potatoes instead of water, I added a chopped sweet onion, and I only used one can of evaporated milk. I also topped the soup with crumbled bacon. Yum.

—EJLOWN

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Nov 12, 2009

I used chicken broth instead of water and just one can of evaporated milk. I sprinkled some cheddar cheese on top when it was served. I would make it again.

—Shay

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Aug 31, 2007

I made this on a cold day and it was perfect! It is very good potato soup!

—Chelsea

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Feb 13, 2009

This soup is surprisingly delicious for so few ingredients. It thickens up considerably, so don't be tempted to add more potato. I used my immersion blender to make it really smooth. Served with bowls of grated cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onion so we could fancy up our own to our taste. Thanks for the great recipe!

—susiekew

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Nutrition

Calories
519 kcal
26%

Carbohydrates
56.2 g
18%

Cholesterol
85 mg
28%

Fat
26 g
40%

Fiber
4.7 g
19%

Protein
17.3 g
35%

Sodium
215 mg
9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Plain Potato Soup

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 519
Calories from Fat: 234

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 40 %
Saturated Fat 16g 80 %
Cholesterol 85mg 28 %
Sodium 215mg 9 %
Potassium 1473mg 41 %
Total Carbohydrates 56.2g 18 %
Dietary Fiber 4.7g 19 %
Protein 17.3g 35 %
Sugars 20.6g
Vitamin A 16 %
Vitamin C 76 %
Calcium 65 %
Iron 20 %
Thiamin 28 %
Niacin 51 %
Vitamin B6 45 %
Magnesium 34 %
Folate 28 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.