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4 Ingredient Potato Soup

This creamy and hearty potato soup uses just four pantry staples—potatoes, broth, butter, and seasoning—to create a comforting dish in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, it’s simple, customizable, and always satisfying.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese green onions, or sour cream

Method
 

  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Add potatoes and broth to a large pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15–20 minutes).
  3. Mash the potatoes directly in the pot for your desired texture (chunky or smooth).
  4. Stir in butter and season with salt and pepper. Mix until butter is melted and soup is creamy.
  5. Serve hot and garnish with toppings like green onions, cheese, or sour cream, if desired.

Notes

 
    • Use Russet potatoes for a creamier texture.
    • To make it vegan, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter and use vegetable broth.
    • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
    • Calories: Approx. 200–250 per serving