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Potato Bacon Soup

Potato Bacon Soup Recipe

A creamy, smoky potato bacon soup made with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and rich broth — perfect for cozy dinners.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp flour

Method
 

  1. Cook bacon until crisp and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in drippings.
  3. Stir in flour and gradually add broth.
  4. Add potatoes and simmer until tender.
  5. Stir in milk and cream; mash slightly.
  6. Add bacon and serve warm.

Notes

  • Mash partially for creamy texture.
  • Adjust salt carefully due to bacon.
  • Reheat gently to maintain smoothness.