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Traditional Amish Potato Soup

Traditional Amish Potato Soup

This comforting soup is a hearty blend of simple ingredients that come together to create a warm, satisfying meal. Perfect for cozy evenings, it brings a touch of Amish tradition to your kitchen with every spoonful.

★★★★★5(2 reviews)Updated: Mar 31, 2026
Prep Time 25 min
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 25 min
Difficulty Hard

Ingredients 0/12

Why You'll Love Making This

This soup is warm, comforting, and full of simple, hearty flavors. It’s easy to make and uses basic ingredients that come together to create a rich and creamy dish. Perfect for chilly days or when you want something satisfying and homemade.

Simple Cooking Tips

- Use russet potatoes for a creamy texture that breaks down nicely.
- Don’t overcook the soup; the potatoes should be tender but not mushy.
- Stir frequently to prevent the soup from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 1

Put the potatoes, water, carrot, onion, chicken base, and salt into a large soup pot over medium heat. Let everything cook together until the potatoes are nice and tender, which usually takes about 20 minutes. Once the potatoes are soft, stir in 1 cup of milk.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and flour until smooth, then add the remaining cup of milk and stir to combine. Pour this mixture into the soup along with the ham. Turn the heat down to low and let it simmer gently, stirring now and then, until the soup thickens—this can take anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 3

Finally, toss in the cheese cubes and parsley, and keep cooking until the cheese melts and the soup is nice and thick, about 10 more minutes. Then it’s ready to serve!

Best Foods To Serve With This

Serve this soup with warm crusty bread or soft dinner rolls. A sprinkle of fresh chopped chives or crispy bacon bits on top adds a nice touch. Pair it with a simple green salad for a complete meal.

Leftover Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk or broth if it becomes too thick. This soup also freezes well—thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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By Lucas Bennett
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Lucas creates approachable recipes that balance flavor, simplicity, and reliability.

Heart icon Nutrition Facts

320 Calories
Fat
18 g
Carbs
22 g
Protein
14 g
Fiber
3 g
Sugar
5 g
Sodium
900 mg
Serving Size: 1 cup
*Nutrition values are estimates and may vary.

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Sofia R.
★★★★★
Feb 13, 2026
Made this for a quick weeknight meal, and it was super comforting. Will definitely keep this recipe around!
Tomasz
★★★★★
Jan 31, 2026
Really authentic taste and nice thick texture. Took about 40 minutes, totally worth it for a filling meal.
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