Cheesy Potato Soup: The Best Indulgent Recipe with Turkey Bacon
The Best Cheesy Potato Soup With Bacon is a rich and creamy soup that is perfect for cold days.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and crumbled bacon, let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Blend with an immersion blender until desired consistency is reached.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra bacon and cheese if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs such as thyme or parsley.
- Adjust thickness by adding more or less chicken broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cheesy Potato Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Comfort Food