Easy Potato Soup

close up of potato soup in a white bowl garnished with bacon, cheddar cheese, and dried chives

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This easy potato soup is a comforting meal made from potatoes, blended into a creamy, thick, and hearty soup. This classic comfort food is popular for a reason. Potato soup is simple, versatile, and uses affordable ingredients, making is a budget-friendly option. Its creamy texture and mild flavor makes potato soup appealing to both adults and children. It is a family-friendly meal that can be served anytime.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 471kcal

Author Shannon Epstein

Ingredients

2 pounds russet potatoes
8 ounces bacon, chopped
1/2 cup onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery stalks, sliced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup white flour
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Peel and dicing the potatoes into small, uniform pieces. Place the diced potatoes in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning while you prepare the other ingredients.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, medium heat, add the bacon pieces and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside. Remove most of the bacon grease but leave enough to sauté the veggies.
Add the onions and celery. Sauté until the celery is soft and the onions become translucent. Add the garlic and pour the flour on top. Cook an additional minute.
Add the chicken broth, potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix well. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Simmer 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Optional step: Make the potato soup smooth. I like to use a potato mashed. Other options including using an immersion transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender. If you do so, let the soup cool before blending and be careful of hot splatter.
Stir in the heavy cream. Cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Notes

Nutritional information is just a guide.

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