Hearty Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 6 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 slices bacon, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3 green onions, sliced

For garnish:

• Extra bacon crumbles
• Shredded cheese
• Chopped green onions
• Cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.

2. In bacon fat, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.

3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add butter and flour, stirring to create a roux.

5. Cook for 2 minutes.

6. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, milk, and cream.

7. Add diced potatoes and bring to a simmer.

8. Cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

9. Mash some potatoes against the pot side for thicker texture.

10. Stir in cheese until melted.

11. Add sour cream and half the bacon.

12. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

13. Serve hot, topped with reserved bacon, cheese, and green onions.

Dip your spoon into this Hearty Potato Soup and watch as the creamy, potato-rich broth steams with promises of comfort and satisfaction! Each spoonful delivers a perfect balance of tender potatoes, smoky bacon, and melted cheese, all swimming in a velvety base that warms you from the inside out. Whether you’re battling winter blues or just craving a bowl of pure comfort, this soup transforms humble spuds into liquid gold. So grab your biggest pot, sharpen those knives, and get ready to simmer up a batch of soul-warming goodness that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!