Description
A warm, creamy potato soup that offers comfort and nostalgia with rich flavors and the perfect savory toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar)
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped herbs (like chives or parsley)
Instructions
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the mixture until it reaches your desired creaminess using an immersion blender.
- Stir in the heavy cream, followed by the shredded cheese and crumbled bacon. Warm through until the cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring the flavors are well balanced.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional bacon and fresh herbs.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and consider customizing with different herbs or spices to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg