4 Ingredient Potato Soup
This 4 ingredient potato soup is the ultimate comfort meal — creamy, cozy, and ridiculously easy. All you need is potatoes, milk, butter, and bouillon. Perfect for busy nights or when your brain is already mashed.
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 190kcal
Cost: 1
Equipment
- large pot
- potato masher or spoon
- measuring cup
- cutting board and knife
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 cups water or broth
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1 bouillon cube (or equivalent broth)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into chunks. Add to a large pot with water and the bouillon cube (or use broth). Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Drain most of the liquid (or reserve some if you want thinner soup). Mash the potatoes in the pot to desired consistency.
- Add butter and milk. Stir until butter melts and soup is heated through. Season with additional salt if needed.
- Serve warm with toppings of your choice like cheddar, green onions, bacon bits, or crusty bread.
Notes
Use russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for best texture. To make it vegan, use plant-based milk, margarine, and veggie bouillon. You can mash it rustic-style or blend it silky smooth. Top it off with cheese, green onions, or bacon bits.