Bacon Cream of Potato Soup Recipe
So, you thought regular potato soup was enough? Wrong. It’s time to upgrade to the bacon cream of potato soup. You know, because everything is better with bacon—especially when you add creamy potatoes into the mix. This isn’t some basic, bland soup; it’s a flavor explosion that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Rich, hearty, and with just the right amount of bacon crunch, this soup has everything you didn’t know you were missing. Go ahead, make your regular potato soup feel inferior. This one means business.
Bacon Cream of Potato Soup Recipe
A creamy, dreamy potato soup with crispy bacon that will make you rethink the entire concept of comfort food.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 4 strips of bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook bacon strips over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Onion: In the same pot, melt butter and sauté chopped onions until softened.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a regular blender.
- Finish the Soup: Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and half the bacon. Heat through.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with remaining bacon and parsley if desired.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Iron: 6%
- Calcium: 5%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Potassium: 8%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- More Bacon: Feel free to add extra crispy bacon—no one’s judging.
- Cheese: A sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese is never a bad idea.
- Herbs: Add fresh thyme or rosemary for a little extra flavor depth.
- Vegan Option: Swap out the bacon and cream for vegan alternatives like coconut milk and tempeh bacon.
