New England Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 4 cups of diced potatoes
• 1 cup of diced onion
• 1 cup of diced celery
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
• 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup of half-and-half cream
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
• 2 tablespoons of minced fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the flour and stir for 1 minute.
4. Stir in the broth and potatoes and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
6. Stir in the half-and-half cream, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper.
7. Simmer for 5 more minutes, or until the soup is hot and slightly thickened.
8. Serve the soup warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Interesting Facts

• The potato soup is a classic New England dish, often served with oyster crackers.
• It is a hearty and comforting soup that is perfect for the cooler months.
• Potato soup can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as bacon, cheese, and sour cream.