Hearty Potato Soup
Hearty Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This creamy soup features tender potatoes blended with savory broth, finished with crispy bacon and fresh herbs. It’s easy to make and evokes feelings of warmth and nostalgia, making it an ideal dish for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Enjoy every spoonful of this deliciously satisfying creation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (about 800g), peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion (about 150g), finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth (960ml)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (120ml)
- 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook crumbled bacon until crispy; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion in bacon drippings for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced potatoes and pour in the broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency (or blend in batches).
- Stir in heavy cream; season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with crispy bacon bits and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes after cooking. Customize by adding vegetables like carrots or sweet potatoes for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.