Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of rich and creamy potato soup, perfect for chilly days. This easy recipe is a hearty blend of tender potatoes, savory broth, and decadent cheese, topped with crispy bacon for extra flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Creamy Potato Soup:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups peeled and diced russet potatoes
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Garnish:
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic.
- Cook Potatoes: Add diced potatoes and broth. Simmer until tender.
- Blend or Mash: Mash some potatoes for creaminess or blend part of the soup.
- Finish Soup: Stir in milk, cream, seasonings, and cheddar. Simmer until cheese melts.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, top with bacon, green onions, and extra cheese if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- To make this vegetarian, use vegetable broth and omit the bacon.
- For a thicker soup, reduce the milk slightly or mash more of the potatoes.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
