Description
Hearty potato soup brings comfort from first spoonful to last. Russet potatoes, crisp bacon, and fresh chives combine for a classic American bowl of warmth you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Dairy and Thickening Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and gently sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes and pour in chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and easily mashed.
- Using an immersion blender or standard blender, partially puree the soup, leaving some potato chunks for texture and visual appeal.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly incorporate heavy cream, stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls and garnish generously with crispy crumbled bacon, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and thinly sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, offering additional toppings on the side for guests to customize their bowls.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest texture and best flavor absorption.
- Dice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent soup texture.
- Consider leaving some potato chunks unblended for a rustic, hearty feel with varied textures.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream, and use turkey bacon or skip bacon for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg