U.S. Potato Board Quick and Healthy Recipe

Potato Tomato Soup

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Makes 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 lb. Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 (32-oz.) container chicken broth
  • 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons dry basil
  • Garlic salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 3 cups lightly packed fresh spinach, coarsely chopped

Directions

Heat oil in a large saucepan; add onion and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes to lightly brown. Stir in celery, potatoes, broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then purée in a blender or food processor until smooth. Pour back into saucepan and stir in basil, garlic salt and pepper; cook for 5 minutes. Check seasonings, then add spinach and cook a minute or 2 more to wilt spinach.

Serving suggestion: Add a small swirl of basil pesto and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to each bowl for added Italian flavor.