The BEST Baked Potato Soup Ever!
#38166 - 01/16/04 04:23 PM
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Kree
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Loc: Northern NY
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Tired of my recipes yet?? Lol. Okay, I didn't name this recipe myself, but it's definitely aptly named. It's so thick and delicious! Perfect Winter comfort food, especially served with crusty bread.
The BEST Baked Potato Soup Ever!
(Makes 4-6 servings)
2 medium potatoes (about 2 cups chopped)
2 Tablespoons soy margarine (oil might work too, but I'm not sure)
1/2-1 cup diced white onion
2 Tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup instant mashed potatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1 cup soy or rice milk
shredded cheddar soy cheese, to garnish
1. Wash potatoes thoroughly and microwave until tender. (I poked them with a fork first and it took 10 1/2 minutes on HIGH in my microwave)
2. If you would like you can always bake in a 400 degree oven for one hour or until done.
3. As the potatoes are cooling, melt your margarine in a large saucepan and saute your onions until light brown.
4. Add in your flour to make a roux.
5. Add in your chicken broth, water, cornstarch, instant mashed potatoes and spices and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce your heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
7. Take your cooled potatoes and peel off the skin and chop up into desired pieces.
8. Add in your chopped up potatoes and the soy or rice milk to your soup and bring it back to a boil.
9. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until it is thick.
10. Garnish with soy cheddar cheese.
11. ENJOY!
Adapted from a recipe by Jeanette G at www.recipezaar.com
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I'm not tired Kree - keep 'em coming! 
This sounds so good. I bet it would be good garnished with some Bacos too.
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Are you kidding Kree? Remember we wanted you to publish a cookbook! Thanks for the recipe. It looks wonderful.
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That's right, I forgot Bacos weren't real bacon. Great idea Mags!
Thanks Joan... I'm glad you're enjoying my recipes! I'm only taking 2 classes this semester, so I have to amuse myself somehow, and it's been cooking and baking lately. Until I start subbing, that is!
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We are all grateful for your reduced schedule. I have all the ingredients for your soup so will have to make it this weekend.
Edited by joanmarie (01/16/04 05:09 PM)
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I hope you enjoy it!
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We were just talking today about soups and how I missed eating potato soup, so I am excited to beable to make it again. It sounds great.
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It looks great Kree!!! I have been in the mood for potato soup, so thanks. 
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And yet again another WINNER from Kristen….
Never, never, ever tired of your recipes.............Are you kidding? Where'd you get that idea? You just have the knack for knowing what sounds good to all of us and coming thru with it. Hey, load up that freezer now……….when you start subbing you're going to need those comfort foods (and maybe one of Bev's Jacks) just to get over some of those days. With as cold as it's been in your neighborhood I'd think you'd be eating hot soup for breakfast, lunch AND dinner!!!!! I would!
BTW, did you see the test question I posed (for you and anyone else that wants to compute it) on the percentage of fat in the Williamsburg gingerbread cookie recipe? (You just sort a prompted it, you know. See, it's all your doing…  .). I think you'll be surprised. Not going to say you're theory is right or wrong, just that you'll be surprised……..How's that for being evasive?
From one who NEVER met a potato in any form I didn't like, thank you…
Kandee
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MMMM! I been wanting some potato soup, I use to eat some from the diner behind my work and the other day I drove by and was thinking about that soup. This will definitely hit the spot. Thanks!!!!
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Kandee, I never met a potato I didn't like either! It's a good thing they're IBS safe, or I'd be heartbroken! 
Yep, I saw your test question, but it looks like steather beat me to it! Although maybe I should calculate it myself and check her answer... 
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All the instant mashed potatoes in my grocery store are made with dried milk. Can any of you recommend a brand?
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Kree,
That reminds me of a question I have for you too. I buy Schwan's mashed potatoes which are basically plain mashed potatoes frozen in tater tot shaped balls so I can't measure out 1 cup. Do you know what 1 cup instant uncooked equals when it is cooked?
Thanks!
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All the instant mashed potatoes in my grocery store are made with dried milk. Can any of you recommend a brand?
I use Food Club, which is the generic brand at our grocery store. Maybe instant mashed potatoes are like semisweet chocolate chips, and the generic brands are dairy-free even though the brand names aren't?? It's worth checking out.
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Kree,
That reminds me of a question I have for you too. I buy Schwan's mashed potatoes which are basically plain mashed potatoes frozen in tater tot shaped balls so I can't measure out 1 cup. Do you know what 1 cup instant uncooked equals when it is cooked?
Thanks!
I calculated it, and it equals 2 cups prepared!
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And Barbara's Bakery brand, at the health food store....
They're only dried potato flakes, nothing more, period.
Kandee
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Kree,
You know everything! Thank you sooo much!
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I love this soup! Today I made my second batch. I can´t get enough of it. I like it so much...I think I ate too much and now my belly is so full.  I think I will have it for dinner as well
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Masayo, I understand! The first time I made this I ate way too much too! It's very filling. But luckily I learned my lesson, lol.
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I'VE been living on this soup. With toasted Sourdough it's tasty and filling. Thanks for sharing!
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I'VE been living on this soup. With toasted Sourdough it's tasty and filling. Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome! I'm so glad you like it.
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This sounds really good Kree. Thanks.
I'm making this tomorrow night.
Christine
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This recipe is GREAT! I'm going to make a double batch next time! I added a handful of finely shredded carrots, and before serving, I whipped the whole thing through the blender and it came out smooth and creamy. Delicous!!!
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This is fabulous!
#175301 - 04/30/05 10:45 AM
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Sand
Reged: 12/13/04
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Loc: West Orange, NJ (IBS-D)
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I made this for lunch today and it was a big hit. Thanks so much for another great recipe. Plus, leftovers!
Changes:
Omitted the cheese.
Used 1 tablespoon canola oil instead of 2 tablespoon safe margarine. The soup tasted fine but my roux didn't brown - the flour just sort of clumped, then smoothed out when I added the liquid.
Next time I'm going to crisp-fry a slice of turkey bacon and crumble it on top. (I'm not super sensitive to fat, but if you are - "don't try this at home".)
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Could you make this with almond milk???
thanks emmasmom
Edited by emmasmom (10/20/07 06:59 PM)
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It sounds fantastic!! Perfect for those chilly fall evenings in front of a fire! Thanks!!
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Could you make this with almond milk???
thanks emmasmom
I don't see why not as long as the almond milk isn't flavored/sweetened.
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Could you use "Potatoe Pearls" ... dehydrated potatoes instead of instant mashed potatoes. Are they the same things?
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Oh this soup is so good and very easy to make. It took me less than a half an hour.
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Potatoe Pearls
#317136 - 10/22/07 08:02 AM
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Sand
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Could you use "Potatoe Pearls" ... dehydrated potatoes instead of instant mashed potatoes. Are they the same things?
I would think so. I use Betty Crocker's Potato Buds and they're just:
Potatoes
Mono and Diglycerides (to improve texture)
Sodium Bisulfate and BHT (preservatives)
Ick. I shouldn't read labels once I've bought something.
I've also always thought that I could probably use actual mashed potatoes. I'd just need to work out how much liquid to take out of the recipe based on how much liquid I use in making the mashed potatoes. But Potato Buds/Pearls are much easier. Unless I have leftover mashed. Hmm.
(I didn't realize until I did a Google search that there are actual pearls called "potato pearls": web page. Pretty cool.  )
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Thanks Kree! My husband and I love it!
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This soup is excellent!! Thanks for a great recipe!
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My partner and I both loved this. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
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