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