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Kartoffelsuppe • German Potato Soup
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Kartoffelsuppe • German Potato Soup

This Kartuffelsuppe • German Potato Soup is loaded with deliciousness! Bring Oktoberfest to your table by making this amazing recipe!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Passive Time0 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Soups & Chowders
Cuisine: German
Keyword Comfort Food, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Healthy, Oktoberfest, One Pot Meals, Pork, Vegetables, Winter Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lbs. bacon, diced
  • 3 cups white onions, chopped
  • 3 large leeks, halved, sliced, washed thoroughly and drained tips & tricks
  • 2 cups carrots, halved and sliced
  • 1 cup celery, sliced tips & tricks
  • 2 tsp. ground Himalayan pink salt, or to taste and divided
  • 2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper (I always use mixed peppercorns), or to taste and divided
  • 2 large cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 tbsp. tomato paste tips & tricks
  • 2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 2 large Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth (substitute vegetable broth)
  • 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice tips & tricks
  • 1/2 tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/2 tbsp. fresh oregano leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves, chopped tips & tricks
  • 1/2 tsp. hot paprika, or to taste
  • 1 large bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley, for garnish tips & tricks

Directions

  • In a cold Dutch oven, add bacon and turn the heat to medium. Cook until browned, about 9 to 10 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a bowl and set aside.
  • Add onions, leeks, carrots and celery. Stir to coat in bacon fat before seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until softened, about 8 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add the remaining ingredients except parsley, return the bacon back to the pot – keep some on the side for garnish - stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer gently for 30 to 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve in warm bowls and garnish with bacon and chopped parsley.