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Potato Soup & Wheat Bread ~ A Simple & Cheap Victorian Fall Comfort Food Recipe!

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Potato Soup

Cultural Context

Potato soup is a comforting dish often enjoyed in colder months. It is a staple in many American households, known for its simplicity and heartiness. Variations exist across cultures, with some adding ingredients like bacon or cheese, reflecting regional tastes and traditions. This dish is versatile and can be served as a main course or a side, making it a popular choice for family meals and gatherings.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
5 potatoes
1 pound ham hock
2 pints water
1 onion
butter
pepper
1 carrot

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides good fats.

1

Chop up 5 potatoes and put them in a pot.

2

Add 1 pound ham hock and 2 pints of water to the pot.

3

Set to boil.

4

Scald the onion by keeping it whole in hot butter until brown on all sides, then chop it into rough pieces and add to the soup.

5

Let the soup boil for an hour and a half.

6

Add pepper at the end.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingblending

Equipment Needed

potbutterknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Creamy Potato SoupPotato Chowder

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