Description

The Ultimate Potato Soup Recipe is your go-to comfort food for chilly nights and cozy gatherings. This creamy and hearty soup combines the smoky flavors of bacon with tender potatoes, creating a dish that warms the soul. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, it’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare in just one pot, minimizing cleanup time. With customizable toppings like cheese, chives, and crispy bacon bits, this recipe allows you to create a personalized bowl every time. Whether served as a main dish or alongside crusty bread, The Ultimate Potato Soup will surely become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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6 strips uncooked bacon
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion
3 large garlic cloves
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ lbs gold potatoes
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
⅔ cup heavy cream
Spices: salt, pepper, ancho chili powder

Instructions

Cook bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté chopped onion in butter until tender; add minced garlic and cook briefly.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir until smooth.
Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, milk, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and chili powder; stir well.
Bring to a boil; cook until potatoes are tender (about 10 minutes).
Blend half of the soup until smooth; return to the pot.
Stir in sour cream and reserved bacon; simmer for another 15 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 860mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in cooked vegetables like corn or broccoli. Adjust the thickness by blending more or less of the soup based on your preference.