Description

A creamy, comforting, and hearty soup loaded with potatoes, cheese, bacon, and green onions. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you want a meal that feels indulgent but is easy to make. Every bite is rich, flavorful, and utterly satisfying, with a velvety texture that keeps you coming back for more. This soup is approachable enough for weeknights yet elegant enough for a casual dinner party. It’s the ultimate comfort food that everyone loves.

Ingredients

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6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp all-purpose or gluten-free flour
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
2–3 tbsp chopped chives

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Instructions

Cook bacon in a large pot until crisp, then set aside.
In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onions until soft; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Stir in flour to coat onions and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in broth and add diced potatoes. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15–20 minutes.
Mash some potatoes directly in the pot for a creamy texture, leaving some chunks for heartiness.
Stir in milk, cheese, and sour cream until fully incorporated. Adjust salt and pepper.
Serve with crumbled bacon, extra cheese, and chives on top.

Notes

For a lighter version, use 2% milk and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Make ahead and reheat gently; soup thickens as it cools—add milk or broth when reheating if needed.
Experiment with cheese varieties for different flavor profiles.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 40mg