Baek Jong-won's Potato Soup Recipe

Smooth and creamy potato soup is a simple yet deeply flavorful dish, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Add some crunchy croutons for the perfect one-bowl meal.

Ingredients

Soup Ingredients

• Butter: 1 1/2 tbsp (15g)
• Onion: 1/2 (85g)
• Milk: 2 cups (360g)
• Potato: 1 (200g)
• Salt: 1/2 tbsp (5g)
• Sugar: 1/2 tbsp (5g)
• Water: 1L
• Parsley: To taste
• Pepper: To taste

Crouton Ingredients

• Bread: 1/2 loaf
• Butter (for croutons): 1 tbsp (10g)

Instructions

Making Croutons

1. Prepare the Bread: Cut the bread into 1cm cubes.
2. Bake with Butter: Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat, then add the bread cubes and bake until crispy and golden brown.
3. Cool: Set the croutons aside to cool.

Making the Soup

1. Boil the Potatoes: Cut the potatoes in half (with the skin on) or peel and dice them. Boil the potatoes in 1L of water.
2. Peel the Potatoes: Peel the boiled potatoes.
3. Prepare and Sauté the Onions: Thinly slice the onion and sauté in melted butter until soft.
4. Blend in a Mixer: Blend the boiled potatoes, sautéed onions, and milk in a mixer until smooth.
5. Simmer the Soup: Pour the blended potato mixture into a pot and simmer over medium heat, stirring to adjust the consistency.
6. Season: Once the soup has thickened, add salt and sugar and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

Finishing Touches

1. Ladle the soup into bowls.
2. Top with crispy croutons, parsley, and pepper.

Cooking Tips

• Potato Selection: Using potatoes with high starch content will result in a smoother texture.
• Milk Alternatives: You can use heavy cream or soy milk instead of cow's milk for a different flavor.
• Crispy Croutons: Cut the croutons thinly to maintain crispness.
• Adjusting Consistency: If the soup is too thick, add more water or milk to adjust.

Chef Baek’s Key Points

• Leaving the potato skins on while boiling retains the potato's flavor and nutrients.
• Sauté the onions thoroughly to enhance their sweetness.
• Croutons add a contrasting crispy texture to the smooth soup.

Enjoy the smooth and creamy taste of this Chef Baek’s potato soup recipe! 🥣