Hearty potatoes, creamy milk, vegetable broth, and onion are the only things you’ll need to prepare this 4 ingredient potato soup. This soup is the best comfort-food dinner!
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I’m such a huge fan of recipes that call for minimal ingredients. And, even better if it’s with things that I normally always have on hand! There’s nothing worse than coming back home from a busy day only to realize that you forgot to stop by the grocery store. My 4 ingredient potato soup is the perfect solution for nights like those!
I love creamy potato soup, especially on a chilly evening. It warms me right up! Served with some yummy garlic cheese bread and a side salad, you’ve got yourself the perfect weeknight dinner that is wonderfully comforting. You could even serve a small bowl of it as a hearty appetizer before you dig into the main course.
No matter how you serve it, rest assured that this is one easy potato soup recipe that comes together in a jiff. You’ll likely spend the most time peeling and chopping your potatoes!
Why You’ll Love This Easy Potato Soup Recipe
- Made with just 4 ingredients (yes, really!)
- Ready in under 1 hour
- It’s easily customizable
- Creamy, hearty, and comforting
- Family-friendly
How to Make 4 Ingredient Potato Soup
A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.
STEP ONE: In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add in your chopped onion and saute for 5 minutes, or until soft and slightly translucent.
STEP TWO: Add in your peeled and chopped potatoes and season a bit with some salt and pepper. Add the vegetable broth so that it covers the potatoes and bring everything to a boil.
Reduce the heat and cover. Let simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until you can pierce the potatoes with a fork. Remove the pot from heat and stir in your milk (or cream if you’re using it).
STEP THREE: Use an immersion blender to blend your 4 ingredient potato soup to the consistency of your liking. For extra creamy potato soup, blend until smooth.
STEP FOUR: If you’d like, you can add in some additional ingredients such as butter, thyme, or garlic powder. Serve your soup with crumbled pieces of bacon, cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, or another garnish of your choice!
Is flour necessary in this Simple Potato Soup?
Many soups begin with a roux (a mixture of flour and butter). This helps to add extra creaminess and thicken the mixture. Because potatoes are naturally starchy, you don’t really need that extra step for my 4 ingredient potato soup!
The goal is to make an easy soup with few ingredients, so feel free to leave out the flour!
Potato Soup Recipe Simple Variations
- Serve withshredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour creamfor loaded potato soup.
- Add moreshredded cheddar cheese directly into the soupafter blending for a cheesy variation.
- Incorporate someParmesan cheese, garlic powder, and a bit of unsalted butter to create a rich and savory garlic-Parmesan twist.
- Spice up this simple potato soup recipe withcumin, chili powder, and a squeeze of lime juiceto bring some Tex-Mex flavor to the mix. Top with diced avocado, cilantro, and sour cream!
The Best Potatoes for this Simple Potato Soup Recipe
Waxy varieties are best for soups and stews. They’re also sometimes called boiling potatoes if you want to keep your eye out for that at the supermarket.
That said, the best potato for this old fashioned potato soup recipe is whatever you have on hand! Don’t feel obliged to run out to the store to pick up a specific kind.
How to cut potatoes for this Easy Potato Soup Recipe
Be careful to chop your potatoes into evenly sized pieces for this easy potato soup recipe. If they are different sizes, they won’t cook evenly. Ideally, you’ll want them to be in cube form about 1-inch in size.
Easy Potato Soup Recipe Stovetop Tips
- Sautéing the onions before adding the potatoesadds a delicious caramelized flavor to your simple potato soup — don’t skip this step!
- If you want a heartier texture,consider mashing the potatoes with a potato masher instead of using your blender. This will give you a much chunkier soup with a more rustic feel.
- Play around with your broth of choice.Feel free to substitute the vegetable broth for chicken broth for more added flavor.
- Get creative with your garnishes!I love to keep things classic with some cheddar and green onions, but feel free to experiment. Feta cheese, smoked paprika, or even a dash of flavored oil would all taste great.
How to Thicken Potato Soup
There are a few different ways to thicken potato soup. The easiest is to add a slurry to the soup. Mix 1 tablespoon each of water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add to the soup while it’s still over heat on the stove.
Alternatively, you could mash a portion of the cooked potatoes with a potato masher and then incorporate it with the rest of the ingredients. You could use the same tactic with your immersion blender instead. Try a few different methods until you get the consistency you’re after!
What to serve with this 4 Ingredient Potato Soup
As mentioned, you can serve my old fashioned potato soup with some bread and a salad. Here are some other yummy side dish ideas:
- Beans
- Ham
- Corn
- Sandwiches
- Coleslaw
One of the best things about this easy soup with few ingredients is that you’ll have plenty of space in the kitchen to whip up something else to serve alongside it!
How to store Simple Potato Soup Recipe leftovers
You can place any leftover creamy potato soup in an airtight container in the fridge. It will keep for 3 to 4 days.
Can you freeze Potato Soup?
You can freeze this soup, but be aware that the texture may be a bit different when you thaw it. If you do decide to freeze it, make sure that it has cooled completely before you do. It will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Other Easy to Make Recipes You’ll Love:
- 5 Ingredient Hash Brown Casserole
- Instant Pot Tortellini Soup
- Instant Pot Potato Salad
- 4 Ingredient Banana Bread
- 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Yield: 6 servings
Easy Potato Soup Recipe (Stovetop)
Potatoes, milk, vegetable broth, and onion are all you’ll need to prepare this 4 ingredient potato soup. This soup is the best comfort food!
Prep Time40 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
Optional
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
Topping options
- Bacon bits
- Cheddar cheese
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven set over medium-high heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the peeled, chopped potatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add broth to just cover the potatoes and bring them to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the milk (or cream).
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can place contents in a blender until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
- Stir in any additional optional ingredients until well combined, and serve with desired toppings.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 355Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 602mgCarbohydrates: 55gFiber: 6gSugar: 6gProtein: 10g
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
