Cheese less Potato Soup (Vegan)

 It's rough getting cheddar cheese here in Lima. I found this cheese-less recipe on Simply Whisked and have now made it twice (for us and for a ladies' luncheon) and it has turned out great both times. Not high in calories and very filling. 

Old Fashioned Potato Soup Recipe

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This creamy, old fashioned potato soup recipe turns a pantry staple into a hearty and satisfying meal. With a few simple swaps, this potato soup is easily made dairy dairy free. Add your favorite toppings for a loaded baked potato soup.

• Author: Melissa Belanger
 
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
 
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
 
• Total Time: 50 minutes
 
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
 
• Category: Soup
 
• Method: Stovetop
 
• Cuisine: American
 
• Diet: Vegan

INGREDIENTS

SCALE

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large sweet onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt, divided
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 large russet potatoes, scrubbed or peeled, and cubed
• 3 cups dairy free milk
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or 3 tablespoons cornstarch)
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• Black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and 1/2 cup broth. Set aside.
2. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil to medium-high. Add onion, celery, carrot and 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened – about 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Add garlic. Continue to sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add potatoes, remaining broth and milk. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 – 30 minutes, or until potatoes are soft.
6. Add flour-broth mixture (stir before adding if needed). Stir soup and continue to simmer until thickened – about 5 minutes.
7. Season with remaining salt, black pepper and parsley.

NUTRITION

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 132
• Sugar: 2.3 g
• Sodium: 571.2 mg
• Fat: 3.4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
• Carbohydrates: 22.7 g
• Fiber: 1.9 g
• Protein: 3.6 g
• Cholesterol: 1.7 mg

Keywords: dairy free, egg free, vegan, potato, soup, creamy