Quick & Easy Potato Soup for a Crowd
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 stalks celery, sliced
- 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- Water to cover
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups milk or cream
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot. Saute onions and celery until tender.
- Add potatoes and just barely cover with water. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. Do not drain.
- Stir in the salt, thyme, parsley and pepper. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil. Cook, stirring for 2 minutes.
- Using a blender or puree stick, puree the soup (in multiple batches if necessary) until desired smoothness is reached.
- Heat through and serve hot with warm bread and a fresh salad. Top with cheese and bacon bits if desired.
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