Description
Hearty potato soup brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, blending creamy Idaho potatoes with crispy bacon bits. Warm spices and rich cream create a soul-satisfying bowl you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, baked and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Aromatic and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh chives
Instructions
- Heat a spacious cooking vessel and transform butter into a silky liquid over moderate temperature.
- Introduce finely chopped aromatics like onions and minced garlic, gently coaxing them to a translucent, tender state.
- Sprinkle flour into the fragrant mixture, stirring consistently to create a golden, nutty roux that will serve as the soup’s thickening foundation.
- Methodically stream chicken broth into the pot, whisking continuously to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth consistency.
- Incorporate previously roasted potato cubes, seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, allowing the ingredients to meld and develop deep flavors.
- Pour in rich, velvety cream and whole milk, letting the soup gently simmer and thicken while stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Once the soup reaches a luxurious, creamy texture, transfer to serving bowls with enthusiasm.
- Embellish each portion with crisp bacon fragments, sharp aged cheddar cheese shreds, and delicate chive snippings for a visually appealing and flavor-packed presentation.
Notes
- Ensure your butter is at the right temperature to prevent burning when sautéing onions and garlic, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
- Whisk flour smoothly into the butter to avoid lumps, developing a rich, velvety roux that thickens the soup perfectly.
- Use leftover baked potatoes for extra depth of flavor and to reduce food waste, making this recipe budget-friendly and convenient.
- Experiment with different toppings like roasted green onions, sour cream, or crispy leeks to customize the soup and keep it exciting for repeat meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg