Delicious Baked Potato Soup with Homemade Rivels

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Delicious Baked Potato Soup with Homemade Rivels
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 27, 2024

Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy baked potato soup with homemade rivels. This hearty soup is packed with flavor and topped with crunchy rivels for the perfect texture contrast. It's a family favorite that will warm you up on a cold day.

Ingredients

  • 6 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 egg, beaten

Directions

  1. In a large pot, combine potatoes, onion, garlic, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour and butter to form small crumbs. Stir in beaten egg to create rivels.
  3. Add heavy cream to the soup and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Drop rivels into the soup and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve hot and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Interesting Facts

  • Rivels are a traditional German addition to soups and stews, adding a unique texture and flavor.
  • Baked potato soup is a popular comfort food in the United States, perfect for chilly evenings.
  • This recipe can easily be customized with additional toppings such as cheese, bacon, or green onions.