Description
Warm up with this creamy potato soup featuring crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings, offering a satisfying blend of flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Quick to prepare, it’s ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Each bowl is a delightful combination of creamy potatoes, smoky bacon, and melted cheese that brings joy to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, diced (about 2 lbs)
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving about two tablespoons of drippings in the pot.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and partially cover; simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Mash some potatoes in the pot for creaminess while leaving chunks for texture. Gradually stir in heavy cream.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese; mix until melted. Serve hot garnished with crispy bacon pieces and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg