Quick and Easy Potato Soup

Happy Hump Day! Thursday! Apparently I don’t know what day it is!

I was so excited to make the Haiti donation to The Humanitarian Coalition today!!!! 1450 Glo Bars were sold in 2 days and I am just floored by everyone’s support. This totals $280 to be donated to Haiti. However…we also received an anonymous donation yesterday for $100!!!!!

I am very, very, very excited to donate $380 for Haiti Relief efforts!!!!!!

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Thank you all so much for your support. Together we can make a difference!

I was watching some of the footage of Haiti yesterday and it is just devastating to see all of the orphan children. Did anyone happen to see the lady who was found after being under the rubble for a week?? Truly amazing that she was alive!

Don’t forget this Friday night, George Clooney is hosting the Hope for Haiti Telethon.

Now onto less exciting, but equally necessary things…dinner:

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I don’t give potatoes enough credit on this blog.

I have said in the past that I am ‘not a potato fan’, however I think Eric has changed my mind as of late. He has been making these amazingly delicious pan fries with olive oil and herbs and I am seriously on a huge potato kick!

We had some taters to use up before they started to sprout legs and walk out of the room, so I decided to try to use them up in a non-pan fry way.

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I love rich, thick, and creamy soups, but I don’t want a soup loaded with unhealthy fats. When I stumbled across Susan’s recipe, I knew it was ‘the one’. ;)

Quick and Easy Potato Soup

Potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, a good source of vitamin B6, copper, potassium, manganese, and dietary fiber. Potatoes also contain a variety of phytonutrients that have antioxidant activity.

By: Susan from Fat Free Vegan Kitchen (I made some minor changes)

Ingredients:

  • 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cooked and peeled, if desired
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/8  teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon raw cashews or 1/2 tbsp. cashew butter (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or soy/rice/hemp/cow’s milk

Directions: Chop the onion and sauté it until soft in a medium-sized saucepan. Cut the potatoes into cubes and add 2/3 of them to the pan, along with the broth, rosemary, white pepper, and salt. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes. Pour into blender along with cashew butter, soymilk, and nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth. Return to pan, add remaining potatoes, and cook, stirring often, over low heat until hot. Serves 2 meal sized portions.

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Thick and creamy, but with no cream. Gotta love that!

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This soup was like a warm blanket on a cold night. It went perfect with a toasted whole wheat bun.

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Have you ever had potato soup before?

I will admit, this was my first time having potato soup if you can believe it! I am so glad I made it because now I am hooked. This recipe was so ridiculously easy, it will definitely be a staple for those nights when I am tired from baking all day and need a quick and healthy meal.

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I think I have a few bars to bake!!!! ;)

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{ 76 comments }

Kate January 21, 2010

Congrats on the donation! That is awesome and I’m sure an amazing feeling! :)

Potato soup is the bomb!! I’m Irish, so naturally potatoes are in my blood. :) My favorite is to put shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream ontop of it. Gives it a little kick. :)

Jessica @ The Process of Healing January 21, 2010

Oh me too!! I like to add cheese and green onion.

Jessica @ The Process of Healing January 21, 2010

That is so great about the donation :) Every little bit makes a difference!

That soup looks INCREDIBLE!! Yes, I’ve had potato soup and I love it. It is so comforting and yummy. I’m sad you’ve been missing out :( Yukon Gold potatoes make the best soup (in my opinion) by far. You should also try potato-leek soup.. very good!!

Angela (Oh She Glows) January 21, 2010

I see lots of potato soup experiments in my future!

Jil January 21, 2010

Congrats on the wonderful donation and sales!! amazing! and oh I love potato soup! Yumm. Yours looks delicious. So comforting!

Jessica @ How Sweet It Is January 21, 2010

Yukon gold potatoes are my FAVE!!! I just made a baked potato soup (of course, it isnt vegan) but I love my Yukon Golds. They are pretty much the only potatoes we eat!! Love roasting them with some olive oil, garlic, parsely, salt & pepper until they get crispy. So delish!

Beth @ DiningAndDishing January 21, 2010

aww, the donation is great!! every little bit counts and that was so thoughtful of you :)

Paige @ Running Around Normal January 21, 2010

Oh heck yeah this sounds amazing. I want some now! Might stop and pick up the ingredients after work today.

And that’s so awesome about the donation. :D

Marina January 21, 2010

I don’t really like potatoes, and I eat them almost never. Maybe because I don’t like them, or I think they are bad for me. But maybe I could try making this… :)

Estela @ Weekly Bite January 21, 2010

Angela, this soups looks incredible! Potato soup is my favorite :)

Morgan @ Life After Bagels January 21, 2010

mmmmm the potato relationship in my house is opposite, I’m a lover, my bf is not a fan

YOU ARE SO WONDERFUL for sending that donation!

Shannon (The Daily Balance) January 21, 2010

CONGRATS! You are such a rockstar — I actually just wrote about Haiti on my blog today — you should check it out!

Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) January 21, 2010

This looks great — I love potato soup but hate when it’s too creamy, so this is the ideal solution.

Michelle @ Eatingjourney January 21, 2010

Potato Leek Soup…amazing. Leeks add a hint of sweet.

Potato Bread? Pancakes…endless. :) Looks amazing.

Diana January 21, 2010

Looks so yummy! A nice winter treat!
Diana

Heather (Where's the Beach) January 21, 2010

Oh that reminds me of being a kid. Whenever I would get sick as a child, my mom would make me a creamy potato soup! YUM

Heather @ Side of Sneakers January 21, 2010

Congratulations, how wonderful!!! What a great impact that will make :)

Lauren @ Eater not a runner January 21, 2010

I’ve never had potato soup, but that looks pretty yummy!

Laura Georgina January 21, 2010

I luuurve potato soups of all kinds! I’m on a chipotle potato chowder kick lately and make a batch every few weeks (I’ve got the recipe listed on my blog, in case you’re interested), but I need to mix it up a bit with the seasonings and your soup will be the perfect way to get a rosemary fix…

Way to go on the Haiti donation!!

Tricia January 21, 2010

I almost cried when you said Happy Hump Day…I was like “No way! It’s only Wednesday!?! This cannot be so!!??” I ran to my calendar and thank goodness…it’s Thirsty Thursday afterall! :-)

Angela (Ohsheglows) January 21, 2010

haha im the opposite- I actually thought it was wednesday and when eric told me it wasthursday i was like….ahhhhh im even more behind than I thought! lol

Tricia January 21, 2010

lol, you’ll get everything done! Hang in there!

rachael January 21, 2010

Amazing donation!

I’m glad to see another health blogger embrace potatoes:) I think potatoes get a bad rap . . . they aren’t the best vegetable but certainly have nutritional value. A carb that comes directly from the earth is a healthy carb in my opinion.

megan January 21, 2010

I love potato soup! I have a great recipe on my blog, with cheese and bacon (haha so probably not the soup for you). but it tastes great!

Lisa January 21, 2010

Yea, I love potato soup too w/ onions and cheese. (Kind of like a loaded baked potato soup.) I also like the new Alexia brand of Chipotle Sweet Potato Fries; spicy, but not too spicy. Good job on the Haiti donations.

Wendy January 21, 2010

Donation=amazing. I thank you for that. Can’t wait to taste my Glow Bars. Potato soups are yummy. Broccoli/potato is yummy too!

Danielle January 21, 2010

Congrats on your donation! And that potato soup looks wonderful. I actually never had had any type of potato soup until this past winter break, when my mom made a spicy variety and I loved it. Enjoy :)

Julie @ Wearing Mascara January 21, 2010

Yes I am SO happy about the donation and that I was able to contribute with my globar purchase!

Kristy January 21, 2010

This looks like something I can even get the men of my house to eat, kudos!

Shannon January 21, 2010

I’ve missed your blog the last couple of days so I missed the whole donation! But what you did is amazing. Some people talk about wanting to help and others get out there and do something. I admire you very much. Sorry I missed it, but I have made a donation (too bad my donation didn’t come with Glo bars!).

skinnyrunner January 21, 2010

wow, congrats on donating that much money! that is awesome.

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L. Bogrees January 21, 2010

Congrats on the donation! We’ve been donating at Whole Foods as well. I love soups in the Winter, the potato soup looks wonderful. I do butternut squash, nutmeg, onions, pepper, and light coconut milk to emulsify the soup. Stay warm!

Vanessa (Last Night's Leftovers) January 21, 2010

Congrats on the donation! I love potato soup. Om nom nom.

Anna January 21, 2010

Fabulous work on that donaton, Angela. You’re a real sweetheart to do that.

Ah–potato soup–what’s not to love? Mmm!

Sophie @ yumventures January 21, 2010

I love potato and leek soup…leeks might be a nice addition! Congratulations on your donation, it is so wonderful for you to make a difference!

Audrey January 21, 2010

I’ve made potato leek soup before and it was really good! Celery and or carrots are also a nice addition, for color (and flavor and nutrients, too!) Oh, I also like to put white wine in potato soup sometimes. (Don’t worry, the alcohol cooks out). It’s something I learned from my sister that can add a lot of flavor.

Nicci@NiftyEats January 21, 2010

I love potato soup especially with cheesy toast!

Beth January 21, 2010

I also love potato and leek soup.. so warm and comforting. Also, I like to add a dallop of yogurt on top to give it added richness.

Jenna January 21, 2010

its one of my favorite soups! so rich and creamy! love it! :) congrats on raising so much $ for Haiti! :)

Mae @ OhhMay January 21, 2010

COngrats on the donation!! I love viccisois (not sure about spelling here…) Potato and leek soup. It’s my FAVORITE! This looks delicious.

Diana @ frontyardfoodie January 21, 2010

mmmmm that looks hot and hardy! That’s just what a soul needs on cold days like this in the winter.

Also your donation is amazing. What a wonderful way to help benefit Haiti!

Leah @ L4L January 21, 2010

I freakin’ love potato soup! Especially baked potato soup with onion, garlic, sour cream, bacon… mmmMMmmmm so good!

Heather (Heather's Dish) January 21, 2010

oh.my.gosh that soup looks amazing! i love potatoes, and i can tell this is no exception :)

Sara January 21, 2010

Angela — thank you, thank you, thank you. I love potato soup, but my husband is allergic to milk and I haven’t been able to find a recipe for non-milk potato soup that doesn’t look/sound disgusting. This is awesome! I will be trying this ASAP :)

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