4 Ingredient Potato Soup
A creamy, comforting, and budget-friendly soup made with just four pantry staples—potatoes, milk, onions, and butter. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy meal.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot For boiling and simmering the soup.
- 1 Potato masher or immersion blender To achieve desired soup texture.
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold, diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 4 cups milk whole milk preferred, or use almond/oat milk as a substitute
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Prep Ingredients:
- Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Finely dice the onion. Set aside milk and butter.
Cook Potatoes and Onions:
- Add diced potatoes and onions to a large pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
Mash Potatoes:
- Drain the water, leaving the potatoes and onions in the pot. Partially mash the mixture or blend for a smoother texture.
Add Milk and Butter:
- Return the pot to low heat. Gradually add milk while stirring. Add butter and mix until fully melted and incorporated.
Season and Simmer:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve:
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheese, chives, or croutons.
Notes
For a vegan version, replace milk with almond or oat milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
To thicken the soup, mash more potatoes or simmer longer. To thin, add more milk.
To thicken the soup, mash more potatoes or simmer longer. To thin, add more milk.