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Simple Potato Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup milk or evaporated milk
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion until softened, about 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  2. Add diced potatoes, broth, salt, pepper, and thyme, then bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Use a potato masher to mash about half the potatoes directly in the pot, leaving the rest chunky for texture.
  5. Stir in milk and heat through for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese, bacon bits, or green onions.