Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and delicious Potato Bacon Soup. Loaded with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a rich, flavorful broth, this soup is perfect for cozy winter dinners or lunch.

Ingredients

– 6 slices of bacon, diced

– 1 onion, diced

– 3 cloves of garlic, minced

– 3 pounds of russet potatoes, peeled and diced

– 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth

– 2 cups of milk

– 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour

– 1 teaspoon of dried thyme

– Salt and pepper to taste

– Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

1. 1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside, reserving the bacon fat.

2. 2. In the same pot, sauté the diced onion in the bacon fat until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

3. 3. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, and whisk to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

4. 4. Gradually pour in the broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Add the diced potatoes and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

5. 5. Stir in the milk and cooked bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6. Serve the Potato Bacon Soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot. You can also add shredded cheddar cheese or crumbled bacon as a topping. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 25
Category: Main Courses
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American