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The Best Potato Soup Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This Potato Soup<\/strong> is creamy, hearty, and loaded with tender potatoes, savory bacon, and a rich, velvety broth. It\u2019s pure comfort food for any occasion! \ud83e\udd54\ud83e\udd53<\/p>\n

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Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For the Soup Base:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • 6 slices bacon, chopped (for garnish and flavor)<\/li>\n
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed for cooking)<\/li>\n
  • 1 large onion, diced<\/li>\n
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth<\/li>\n
  • 2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or whole milk for a lighter version)<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)<\/li>\n
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 tsp black pepper<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For Toppings (Optional):<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n
    • Chopped green onions<\/li>\n
    • Extra crispy bacon pieces<\/li>\n
    • A dollop of sour cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      1. Cook the Bacon:<\/strong>\n
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        • In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon<\/strong> over medium heat until crispy.<\/li>\n
        • Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 2 tbsp of bacon grease in the pot (add olive oil if needed).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Saut\u00e9 the Veggies:<\/strong>\n
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          • Add the diced onion<\/strong> to the pot and cook until soft, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the garlic<\/strong> and cook for an additional 1 minute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Make the Base:<\/strong>\n
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            • Sprinkle the flour<\/strong> over the onions and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.<\/li>\n
            • Gradually whisk in the chicken broth<\/strong> until smooth and lump-free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
            • Add the Potatoes:<\/strong>\n
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              • Add the diced potatoes<\/strong>, salt<\/strong>, pepper<\/strong>, and thyme<\/strong>. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes<\/strong>, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • Blend for Creaminess (Optional):<\/strong>\n
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                • For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender<\/strong>to partially blend the soup. Leave some chunks of potato for texture. Alternatively, transfer a portion of the soup to a blender and return it to the pot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                • Add the Cream and Sour Cream:<\/strong>\n
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                  • Stir in the heavy cream<\/strong>and sour cream<\/strong> until fully incorporated. Heat through but do not boil. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                  • Serve and Garnish:<\/strong>\n
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                    • Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese<\/strong>, crispy bacon<\/strong>, chopped green onions<\/strong>, and a dollop of sour cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                      Tips for the Perfect Potato Soup:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                      • Potato choice<\/strong>: Yukon golds make the soup creamier, while russets provide a fluffier texture.<\/li>\n
                      • Thicker soup<\/strong>: Add more flour or blend more potatoes.<\/li>\n
                      • Lighter version<\/strong>: Replace heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Warm, comforting, and irresistibly creamy, this Potato Soup<\/strong> is the ultimate bowl of coziness. Perfect for chilly nights or when you\u2019re craving classic comfort food! \ud83e\udd54\ud83e\udd63<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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