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creamy bacon potato soup

Creamy Bacon Potato Soup

This creamy bacon potato soup is rich, cozy, and full of flavor! Made with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and a velvety texture, it’s the ultimate comfort meal perfect for chilly days or weeknight dinners.
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Course Main Course, Side Dish, Soup
Servings 6 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half for extra creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 –5 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional but adds flavor
  • ½ –¾ cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Bacon

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel–lined plate. Leave about 1–2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the pot for flavor.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

  • Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. This creates a flavorful base for your creamy bacon potato soup.

Step 3: Create the Roux

  • Add butter to the pot, then sprinkle in flour. Whisk continuously for about a minute to remove the raw flour taste and create a thick, creamy foundation.

Step 4: Add the Liquids

  • Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth and slightly thickened, then pour in the milk or half-and-half. The mixture will start to become rich and silky, the perfect base for your creamy bacon potato soup.

Step 5: Cook the Potatoes

  • Add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6: Blend for Creaminess

  • Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash part of the soup. This step thickens your creamy bacon potato soup while leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 7: Add Cheese and Bacon

  • Stir in mozzarella cheese, sour cream, and half of the cooked bacon. Mix until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8: Serve and Enjoy

  • Ladle your creamy bacon potato soup into bowls and top with remaining bacon bits, chopped chives, and extra cheese.
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