How To Make
Craving comfort food? Our potato and bacon soup recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that will warm you up from the inside out. It’s easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect meal for a cozy evening or a quick lunch.
Our soup features tender potatoes simmered in a creamy broth infused with the savory flavors of bacon. Topped with crispy bacon bits, this soup offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds.
To begin making this delicious soup, you’ll need a few simple ingredients. Potatoes, of course, are the star of the show, and we recommend using a variety such as russets or Yukon Golds. Bacon, chopped into small pieces, adds a rich, smoky flavor. Onion and garlic provide an aromatic base, and chicken broth gives the soup a savory depth.
Once you’ve gathered your ingredients, follow these step-by-step instructions to create this comforting potato and bacon soup:
1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside on paper towels to drain.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Peel and dice the potatoes. Add the potatoes to the pot along with the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Once the potatoes are tender, use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
5. Stir in the reserved bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the potato and bacon soup hot, garnished with additional bacon bits, chives, or shredded cheese.
Tips or Possible Variations
To add a touch of richness to your potato and bacon soup, try using half-and-half or cream instead of all chicken broth. Or, for a more decadent version, add a cup of heavy cream to the soup before serving.
If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can puree the soup in a regular blender in batches. Just be sure to allow the soup to cool slightly before blending to avoid splatters.
For a vegetarian or vegan version of this soup, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
This potato and bacon soup is a versatile dish that pairs well with a variety of sides. Serve it with a crusty bread or crackers for dipping, or make a simple green salad to balance the flavors.
The leftovers of this soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat over medium heat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.