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.