Lunch Ideas: 4 Ingredient Potato Soup (+More Great Recipes To Try!)
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2stripsbacon(optional - crisped then crumbled or chopped)
2green onions(optional - green parts only, chopped)
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Instructions
In a large stockpot melt the first 1 tablespoon portion of butter and saute the diced onion until tender and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
Add the diced potatoes and enough water to cover the potatoes with about an inch of excess water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain off most of the water once the potatoes are tender, leaving about ½-inch of water in the pot with the potatoes. Return the sauteed onion, then add the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter, salt and pepper, and milk. Gently mash the cooked potatoes.
Continue cooking on low heat for 5 minutes before serving, top with cheese, bacon, and green onion if desired.
Notes
Use an immersion blender for a finer potato soup consistency.
Saute the onion in bacon grease (if crisping with the soup) while the potatoes cook.
I like 2% milk best in this soup, however, 1%, skim milk, and unsweetened dairy alternatives also work exceptionally well.