Description
A comforting, rich potato soup that’s perfect for families, featuring potatoes, cheddar cheese, and bacon.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions or chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and then simmer until the potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash or blend some of the soup for a creamy texture, while leaving some chunks.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon and green onions or chives.
Notes
For a lighter twist, swap half the heavy cream for whole milk. If freezing, leave out the cream and cheese and add them when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American