This Creamy Potato and Bacon Soup is just what you need when winter storms are headed your way.
This winter has definitely been harder and longer than previous years. Right now we are looking at a few more snow storms this week too.
When it is this cold outside, I like warm comfort food like soup. There is something so relaxing about eating a bowl of warm goodness while watching the snow fall outside.
This potato soup can be done two different ways. It just depends on your preference. #1 is to puree the entire batch and then stir the bacon in. #2 is to puree half the batch and then add the bacon. The second way is the chunky soup version. Either way works, and both ways taste delicious.
Today's version is the smooth creamy version.
Boil everything together for about 12-15 minutes. I love that this soup doesn't require extra time from sauteing the veggies. One less step to having dinner done a little quicker. The flavors from the onion and garlic will come together as they cook. After the potatoes are soft, you will remove the soup a little bit at a time and process in a blender or food processor. Do not fill it very full as the soup is hot, and you don't want soup everywhere. A small hand blender or potato masher also works really well.
After you have your soup to the consistency you like, add the heavy cream and bacon. Stir and heat one more time before serving.
We like to eat ours with a little bit of sour cream, cheese, and more bacon. Ok, the kids like to pile theirs high with the extras stuff, and I actually leave out the extra bacon on mine. Call me crazy but I'm not that fond of bacon unless it is crunchy and crispy and on top of a BLT sandwich.
Bring on the snow...I've got another bag of potatoes and I know how to use them.
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Creamy Potato and Bacon Soup
Creamy potato soup with bacon is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. This soup can be made creamy or chunky depending on your soup preference for the day.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed, peeled potatoes
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 5 cups chicken stock
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup chopped cooked bacon
- salt and pepper to taste
- cheese, sour cream, and more bacon to garnish
Instructions
- Combine the potatoes, garlic, onion, and chicken stock in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
- Remove from the heat and puree the soup in small batches using a blender or food processor. You can also use a potato masher to do this.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bacon and heat until desired temperature.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve hot with cheese, sour cream, and extra bacon. Serves 8.
Notes
Feel free to only puree half the soup after the potatoes are cooked. This soup is good creamy or chunky.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 312Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 533mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 13g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
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Renee @ Awesome on $20
This soup sounds so good. I love the way you garnished it. And that bowl is so cute. Great styling!
Ashleigh Varn
While I was making this, OMG, the smell was fantastic! I actually added cheese (my daughters idea). It is the bomb! Thanks so much=)
Jocelyn Brubaker
Isn't it awesome? One of my fav soups right now...and cheese really does make it better 🙂
Heather {Woods of Bell Trees}
This looks absolutely delightful! I love potato soup!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Heather!!
Accidentally Wonderful
I'm home from work with strep, and this would feel so good on my throat! I'd love it if you'd share this at my link party, going on now! http://www.accidentallywonderful.blogspot.com/2014/02/accidentally-wonderful-wednsday-4.html
Layla @ Brunch Time Baker
What a wonderful soup! It looks very nice and creamy. I sure would love to have a few bowls of this right now!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Layla!!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Kelly!! We got hit by more snow too. Ugh, when will it end??
Kelly
We got hit with another big snow storm right now too and a bowl of this comforting soup sounds perfect to warm up with. Hope you stay warm 🙂
Chels R.
This does look very comforting! We had a little bit of snow yesterday and instead of the Nachos we fixed, I should of made this!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Definitely try this on your next snowy day!! 🙂
Jenny Flake
This soup!!! I soooo need this today! Looks like the perfect comfort food! xo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Jenny!!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness
Even though I am in Florida and its 82 degrees (don't hate!) I still want to jump right up in that bowl of creamy goodness and slurp my way out!
P.s...LOVE that bowl!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Ahhh, I'm so jealous of your weather!! Please send some my way??
Erin | The Emerging Foodie
This looks amazing, Jocelyn! Such a perfect winter soup. Stay warm!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Erin!!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent
This soup looks absolutely delicious... but I think I can try it without any additional snow please 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Laura!! 😉
Julie
We're supposed to get 10-14 inches of snow here tonight, so I think some soup may definitely be in order. This looks great!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Julie!!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)
Now I am craving soup! Look what you did. Gosh it looks so delish!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Haha, thanks!! 🙂
Linda
Yummmm! And I just love your bowl. Is that a B pottery bowl in Blue Ridge Mts.?
Jocelyn Brubaker
It's actually from anthropologie! 🙂
Stephanie @ PlainChicken
I could totally go for a bowl of that soup for lunch today! Looks delicious! All the soups do.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Stephanie!!
Faith @ Pixie Dust Kitchen
Oooh I wish I could have a bowl of this soup right now! I love how quick and easy it is.
Jocelyn Brubaker
It's seriously awesome!! 🙂
Johlene
Oh wow I love this recipe!! Potatoes, bacon and cheese what more do you need.. simple, good old comfort food 🙂 🙂 xoxo
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Johlene!!