Brown Potato soup just might become a regular dish at my house. I was recently laid off from my job and one might think that would allow more time in the kitchen, which it will, but the menu will have to change. The prime rib with crab legs, chicken cordon bleu, and fine cuts of meat with rich French sauces will once again have to become a special treat. Of course there is nothing wrong with a big bowl of homemade soup. This is one recipe that is simple, quick, and good.
All there is to it is :
2 1/2 cups diced potatoes
4 cups water
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
4 cups milk
2 Tablespoons butter or margarine
3/4 cups flour
Cook potatoes (leaving skins on) , pepper, onion salt, and celery salt in 2 cups of water until tender. Drain, reserving water.
Add milk and remaining 2 cups of water to the reserved and seasoned potato water. Heat to boiling, turn down to simmer.
Cut butter into flour until mixture resembles crumbs. Brown these in a small heavy skillet, stirring constantly. Add brown crumbs into simmering liquid, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring.
Add potatoes and heat through, about 5 minutes.
Break out the bowls and enjoy.
Sometimes I peel the potatoes (the way my wife prefers )
If you are employed I pray that you continue to be. If you are not, hang in there, something good will happen sooner or later. Either way give this soup a try. I’m sure you will like it.
