Ep 109. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Rachael's Potato Soup and Three Different Ways to Top It -- Like Corned Beef and Cabbage

Rachael Ray, the Emmy-winning TV personality, is back with yet another exciting episode, "Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Rachael's Potato Soup and Three Different Ways to Top It -- Like Corned Beef and Cabbage." With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, Rachael is all set to usher in the festivities with her delicious potato soup recipes, and three different ways to top it off, including the classic corned beef and cabbage.

In this episode, Rachael kicks off her St. Patrick's Day special with her classic Irish potato soup recipe. For this velvety smooth and creamy soup, Rachael uses flavorful ingredients like Yukon gold potatoes, leeks, garlic, cream, and chicken stock to create an irresistible flavor profile. She combines all these ingredients in a large pot, and after letting it simmer for a while, blends it until smooth. Rachael then adds some salt, pepper, and crispy bacon bits on top for the finishing touch.

Next, Rachael takes her potato soup to the next level by showing her viewers how to top it off in three different ways. First, she goes the classic route and shows how to add some corned beef and cabbage on top of the soup, along with a dollop of sour cream and some chopped scallions. For those looking for a little bit of spice, Rachael offers a Mexican twist, with a topping of spicy salsa, avocado, and some crispy tortilla chips. Finally, Rachael finishes off her potato soup trilogy with a Mediterranean-inspired topping of olives, feta cheese, and lemon zest.

Throughout the episode, Rachael shares her tips and tricks to make the perfect potato soup, including how to choose the right potatoes and seasoning the soup just right. She also offers some useful insights on how to cook the corned beef and cabbage to perfection and how to make the perfect spicy salsa.

This episode is not only perfect for St. Patrick's Day but also any day of the year when you're in the mood for some hearty comfort food. From the velvety smooth potato soup to the variety of toppings, there's something for everyone in this episode.

In summary, "Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Rachael's Potato Soup and Three Different Ways to Top It -- Like Corned Beef and Cabbage," is a must-watch episode for food lovers and St. Patrick's Day enthusiasts. With Rachael's expert guidance, you'll learn how to make the perfect potato soup and try out some new and exciting topping combinations. So gather around the TV, grab a bowl of potato soup, and let Rachael Ray take you on a culinary journey you won't soon forget.