How to Make Amish Potato Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Amish Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that has been a staple in Amish kitchens for generations. This simple and delicious recipe is made with basic ingredients such as potatoes, onions, and milk, yet it is incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Whether you're looking for a comforting meal to warm you up on a cold day or a crowd-pleasing dish to serve at a family gathering, this Amish Potato Soup is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups diced russet potatoes
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ cup grated carrot
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base
  • 1 pinch salt to taste
  • 2 cups milk, divided
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ pound cubed fully cooked ham
  • 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®), cubed
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Combine potatoes, water, carrot, onion, chicken base, and salt in a 6-quart soup pot over medium heat. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in 1 cup milk.
  • Stir sour cream and flour together in a small bowl until blended; mix in remaining 1 cup milk. Add to the soup along with the ham, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soup thickens, 30 to 45 minutes. Stir in cheese cubes and parsley and cook until melted and thick, about 10 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    460 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 73mg
    • Sodium: 1845mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 458mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 958mg