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Delicious 4 ingredient potato soup served in a bowl, perfect for a quick comfort meal.
Michonne Zendaya

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.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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)

Equipment

  • large pot
  • potato masher or spoon
  • measuring cup
  • cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Drain most of the liquid (or reserve some if you want thinner soup). Mash the potatoes in the pot to desired consistency.
  3. Add butter and milk. Stir until butter melts and soup is heated through. Season with additional salt if needed.
  4. 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.