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Hash Brown Potato Soup

Creamy Hash Brown Potato Soup for Ultimate Comfort Food

This creamy hash brown potato soup is perfect for warmth and comfort on chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Frozen Diced Hash Brown Potatoes Partially thaw for even cooking
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with 2% or skim
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Optional for richer texture
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Essential for flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese For creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Optional for tang
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon Optional for added flavor
  • for garnish Fresh Parsley or Chives For freshness and color

Equipment

  • Large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt unsalted butter in a large soup pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  2. Sprinkle all-purpose flour and stir for 1-2 minutes to create a roux until it is slightly golden.
  3. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring until thickened and smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add partially thawed hash browns, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Lower heat and stir in whole milk and heavy cream, allowing flavors to meld for 10 minutes without boiling.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Optionally add sour cream.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with bacon, parsley, or chives before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Thaw hash browns for even cooking. Customize with your favorite vegetables or different cheeses as desired.

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