Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need to make this indulgent soup:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Optional toppings: sour cream, additional cheese
These ingredients are straightforward and readily available. You might even have some of them in your pantry already! Let’s keep cooking fun and accessible.
Instructions
- Peel and dice the russet potatoes.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in a pot until soft.
- Add potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, or leave some chunks for texture.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper; heat through.
- Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, bacon, green onions, and optional sour cream.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add some cayenne pepper.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg