Hearty Homestyle Creamy Potato Soup
A comforting and creamy potato soup with the added richness of bacon and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- 2 green onions green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and thyme, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Remove about 1/3 of the soup and blend until smooth. Return to the pot.
- Stir in milk, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.
Notes
For a lighter version, use less heavy cream or substitute with more milk. You can also use leftover bacon for added smokiness.