Description
This Creamy Potato Soup is rich, hearty, and incredibly comforting. Made with tender potatoes, savory bacon, and a luscious, velvety broth, this soup is perfect for cozy nights or whenever you need a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ cup green onions or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving a small amount of bacon grease in the pot.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add butter, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until softened and fragrant.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
- Thicken the Soup: In a small bowl, whisk flour with a bit of warm broth, then stir it back into the pot to thicken the soup.
- Blend (Optional): For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup while leaving some chunks.
- Make it Creamy: Stir in heavy cream (or milk), shredded cheese, and sour cream. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with crispy bacon, green onions, and extra cheese.
Notes
- Lighter Version: Use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.
- Cheesy Potato Soup: Add extra cheddar or even a mix of cheeses for a richer taste.
- Vegetarian Option: Omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Spicy Kick: Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
- Loaded Potato Soup: Top with sour cream, more cheese, and crumbled bacon, just like a loaded baked potato.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
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