Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove excess grease if necessary.
2. Sauté the Vegetables
Add the butter, onion, carrots, and celery to the same pot. Cook for about 4–5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
3. Add the Potatoes and Broth
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Cook for about 1 minute.
Slowly pour in the broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add the diced potatoes, corn, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Bring everything to a gentle boil.
4. Simmer
Reduce the heat and simmer for approximately 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Return the cooked pork to the pot.
5. Make It Creamy
Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Continue cooking over low heat for about 5 minutes. Avoid boiling the soup after adding the dairy.
Add the spinach during the final few minutes and cook until wilted.
6. Adjust and Serve
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Tips for the Best Creamy Soup
Make it thicker: Mash a few of the cooked potatoes directly in the pot. This naturally thickens the soup without adding more flour.
Use different vegetables: Peas, green beans, zucchini, or mushrooms can also work beautifully.
Add cheese: A little shredded cheddar or Parmesan can add even more richness.
For extra flavor: Browning the pork well before adding the vegetables gives the soup a deeper, more savory taste.
What to Serve With It
This soup is filling enough to serve as a complete meal, but it is especially delicious with:
Crusty French bread
Garlic bread
Homemade biscuits
Dinner rolls
A simple green salad
Storing Leftovers
Allow the soup to cool before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate and enjoy within a few days.
When reheating, warm it gently over medium-low heat. If the soup becomes too thick in the refrigerator, add a splash of broth or milk to loosen it.
Final Thoughts
This Creamy Potato, Pork & Vegetable Soup is everything you want from a cozy homemade soup—thick, creamy, savory, loaded with vegetables, and wonderfully satisfying.
It’s the kind of recipe that makes a cool evening feel a little warmer. 🥔🥕🥣❤️
