Plain Potato Soup Recipe
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Plain Potato Soup

By: Rosemary 
"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (26)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • water to cover
  • 2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 519 | Total Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 85mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2004 by OURHANNAH   view full review
this is a great recipe. the only thing i changed was i used 12oz heavy whipping cream and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2004 by DAISYMAY2   view full review
I make this same soup but don't cover the potatoes and add a sliced onion, cook them 30 min or...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 15, 2009 by ANDREASKYE   view full review
I was looking to see if they had this recipe as it is basically the way I have been making it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2009 by EJLOWN   view full review
This soup is so tasty. I made the following changes: I used chicken broth to cover potatoes...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2009 by Shay   view full review
I used chicken broth instead of water and just one can of evaporated milk. I sprinkled some...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 31, 2007 by Chelsea   view full review
I made this on a cold day and it was perfect! It is very good potato soup!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2009 by susiekew   view full review
This soup is surprisingly delicious for so few ingredients. It thickens up considerably, so...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2006 by GIRLCHRIS   view full review
Great versatile recipe. I left out the butter to cut calories and added some veggie bouillon...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 5, 2009 by Roozy   view full review
All 5 of us gave this a thumbs up, including a very picky 7 yr old! I used fat free evap milk,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2008 by sjolguin   view full review
This was great. It made me think of my Mother's oyster stew recipe. Next time I think I will...

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