Description
Looking for a cozy, comforting dish that’s simple to make but full of nostalgic charm? This Simple German Potato Soup With Dumplings delivers everything you want in a cold-weather meal—hearty potatoes, soft dumplings, and a warm broth infused with buttery aromatics. Perfect for an easy dinner, healthy snack, or quick lunch, this soup also fits beautifully into your lineup of wholesome food ideas. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast prep options or easy dinner recipes, this versatile bowl has you covered.
Ingredients
4 large potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, cooking until soft and translucent.
2. Add the peeled and diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes in the pot, leaving others chunky for texture.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, egg, milk, salt, and nutmeg (if using). Mix gently until a soft dumpling dough forms—do not overmix.
5. Drop small spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering soup. Cover and let cook for 10 minutes without lifting the lid. Dumplings will puff and float when ready.
6. Stir in fresh parsley just before serving. Serve hot with optional crusty bread or greens.
Notes
For the lightest dumplings, don’t lift the lid while they’re cooking—steam is the secret to their fluffiness.
For a deeper flavor, swap in chicken broth or add a bay leaf during simmering.
Make the soup base ahead and freeze it. Add fresh dumplings only when ready to serve for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg