Description
This easy Copycat Dolly Parton’s Stampede Soup is a creamy, comforting dish inspired by the legendary dinner attraction. Featuring simple pantry ingredients like mixed vegetables, chicken broth, and smooth half and half, this one-pot soup delivers rich flavor, velvety texture, and an old-fashioned, homestyle feel in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2–3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2–1 teaspoon ground white pepper
Liquids
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth (regular or low-sodium)
- 2 cups half and half
Vegetables
- 1 (15-ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
Instructions
- Make the Roux: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute until the mixture is fragrant and just begins to bubble.
- Add Broth and Vegetables: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth to the saucepan, then add the drained mixed vegetables. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture up to a simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to begin thickening and allow flavors to blend.
- Blend to Desired Consistency: Using a potato masher, immersion blender, or standard blender (working in batches if necessary), mash or blend the vegetables into the soup until you reach your preferred texture—smooth or slightly chunky.
- Add Cream and Finish: Whisk in the half and half. Continue to simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup is velvety and hot throughout. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot. It’s especially delicious served with biscuits, cornbread, or hoecakes!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
- Adjust the texture with more or less blending depending on your preference.
- Add chopped cooked chicken for a heartier meal.
- This soup is great for meal prep and reheats well.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cracked black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 64mg
