The Ultimate Creamy Potato Soup Recipe
The Ultimate Creamy Potato Soup is a rich and comforting dish, loaded with tender potatoes, onions, garlic, and creamy broth. This thick, flavorful soup is topped with crispy bacon, shredded cheese, and fresh green onions, making it the perfect choice for a cozy lunch or dinner. Ideal for cold days and easy to make with basic ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to slightly mash the potatoes, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Top with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker consistency, mash more potatoes or reduce the amount of broth.
- Add a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.
- This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg