Bacon Potato Soup Fall Dinner Recipe
Bacon and potatoes—two ingredients that are practically begging to be combined in a fall dinner soup. Who needs fancy cuisine when you can have this? This bacon potato soup is everything you didn’t know you wanted: rich, creamy, and packed with the kind of smoky bacon that makes everything better. Let’s face it—if you’re not adding bacon to your soup, what are you even doing? This fall, ditch the complicated dishes and cozy up with a bowl of this hearty goodness. It’s comfort food at its finest, without any pretension or complex cooking techniques.
Bacon Potato Soup Fall Dinner Recipe
A rich, creamy potato soup with crispy bacon, offering the ultimate fall comfort food experience.
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 4 slices of bacon chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme optional
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove bacon and set aside, leaving some bacon grease in the pot.
- Add butter to the pot, then sauté onions and garlic until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Mash the potatoes for a thicker soup, or leave them whole for more texture.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Top with crispy bacon and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Vitamin A: 12%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 15%
Additional Notes/Tips
- If you want an extra cheesy twist, stir in some shredded cheddar cheese just before serving.
- For a lighter version, swap out heavy cream for half-and-half or milk.
- Leftovers? This soup stores beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream for added flavor.
