Best 6 Thick And Creamy Bacon Potato Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our thick and creamy bacon potato soup, a culinary delight that will warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and flavorful soup is crafted with a symphony of savory ingredients, featuring crispy bacon, tender potatoes, aromatic onions, and a velvety broth infused with herbs and spices. Each spoonful promises a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, leaving you craving more. Discover this delectable soup and embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling cozy and content.

In addition to our classic bacon potato soup recipe, we offer a range of exciting variations to suit every palate. Explore our creamy potato and leek soup for a lighter and refreshing twist, or venture into bold flavors with our spicy Mexican potato soup. If you're looking for a vegetarian delight, our hearty vegetable potato soup is packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor. And for those who love a touch of indulgence, our loaded baked potato soup is a decadent treat, topped with all the classic baked potato fixings. With so many options to choose from, there's a perfect potato soup waiting to be enjoyed by every food enthusiast.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY POTATO BACON SOUP



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Creamy, hearty, and flavorful, this Potato Bacon Soup is perfect for lunch or dinner on a cold day.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 slices bacon (chopped)
½ onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 ribs celery (diced)
3 cups chicken broth (low sodium )
16 ounces baking potatoes (peeled and diced ½", about 2 medium potatoes)
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt & pepper to taste
cayenne (pinch)
parmesan cheese & sliced green onions for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add onion, garlic, and celery to the bacon fat and cook 3-4 minutes or until onion softens slightly.
  • Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook covered 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cream and simmer for 5 minutes longer.
  • Combine cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Whisk into the simmering soup and simmer 1 minute. Stir in half of the bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste.
  • Spoon into bowls, top with parmesan cheese, remaining bacon and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.25 cup, Calories 506 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 40 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 982 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

THICK AND CREAMY POTATO BACON SOUP RECIPE



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This rich and creamy potato bacon soup is sure to warm your heart from the inside on even the coldest winter night.

Provided by Jerry

Categories     soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound (1/2 package) thick cut pepper bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
2 - 3 Tablespoons Bacon drippings
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 pounds russet or red potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes
32 ounces chicken stock (approximate)
1/2 pint heavy cream
1/8 pound (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon using preferred method until crisp. (I bake thick cut bacon on a cooling rack over a sheet pan so that it remains flat). Allow to cool and chop or crumble into small pieces. Reserve several tablespoons of drippings.
  • Place a large soup pot or heavy casserole over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp. bacon drippings and cook onions, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add garlic and cook another 2 minutes, stirring often. (Add more bacon drippings if onion looks dry. This will depend on the size of your pot and particular onion.)
  • Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally for a few minutes. When everything is sizzling nicely, add enough stock to just cover potatoes. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Mash potatoes roughly with a potato masher. Scoop out about half of the remaining mixture and puree in a blender (in batches!) or food processor. (Or if you've got an immersion blender, go for it with that.) Make sure to leave a good bit of the potatoes chunky, for texture.
  • Add butter and heavy cream. Stir to combine well. Taste for seasoning and add more stock if soup is too thick for your liking. When the consistency is right for you, stir in bacon and bring to just a bare simmer, stirring often.
  • Serve hot. Garnish with additional crumbled bacon and some chives or green onions.
  • Share and Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 44 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 16 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 373 grams sodium, Sugar 8 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

ABSOLUTELY ULTIMATE POTATO SOUP



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I have made this for many whom have given it the title. This takes a bit of effort but is well worth it. Please note: for those who do not wish to use bacon, substitute 1/4 cup melted butter for the bacon grease and continue with the recipe. (I generally serve this soup as a special treat as it is not recommended for people counting calories.)

Provided by Karena

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bacon, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 cups chicken stock, or enough to cover potatoes
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
3 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until done. Remove bacon from pan, and set aside. Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the bacon grease.
  • Cook celery and onion in reserved bacon drippings until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add cubed potatoes, and toss to coat. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Return bacon to the pan, and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
  • In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the heavy cream, tarragon, and cilantro. Bring the cream mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir the cream mixture into the potato mixture. Puree about 1/2 the soup, and return to the pan. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 879.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CREAMY POTATO SOUP WITH BACON



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This Creamy Potato Soup with Bacon is the perfect winter soup. Made with simple ingredients, this soup is the definition of comfort food.

Provided by Lisa Longley

Categories     Soup

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices thick cut bacon (diced)
1 small yellow onion (diced)
3 stalks of celery (diced)
2 carrots (peeled and diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/3 cup all purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock
2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
2 cups whole milk
salt and pepper (to taste)
shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
diced scallions (for topping)
bacon pieces (for topping)

Steps:

  • In a large heavy bottomed stock pot, cook the bacon until just crispy.
  • Add in the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft. About 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the flour into the vegetable mixture. Then very slowly add the chicken stock. It works best to add a few tablespoons at a time, whisking throughout in between. This should take about two minutes at the most.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and add in the potatoes. Turn down the heat to a simmer, stirring regularly, and cook until the potatoes are fork tender. About 20 to 30 minutes. Make sure the heat is very low. If it is too high, too much of the liquid will evaporate.
  • Stir in the milk and allow the milk to cook through, about 1 to 2 minutes. Top with cheddar cheese, bacon, and diced scallions. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 kcal, Carbohydrate 65 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 575 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BACON AND POTATO SOUP



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A delicious winter warmer.

Provided by Kwollak

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 thick slices bacon
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped carrots
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth
4 cups cubed potatoes
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp in 3-quart saucepan, remove and drain well on paper towels. Discard bacon grease and wipe pan thoroughly with paper towel.
  • Meanwhile, prepare vegetables. Add olive oil to saucepan and add onion, carrot, and celery as they are cut up. Saute until onion is soft but not brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and pepper; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese, heating just until melted--do not boil. Chop bacon and add to soup. Adjust seasoning to taste by adding salt, if desired. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 35.7 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 812.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

THICK AND CREAMY BACON POTATO SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Potato     Dinner     Simmer

Yield bowls

Number Of Ingredients 9

•1/2 lb (1/2 package) thick cut pepper bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
•2 - 3 tbsp. Bacon drippings
•1 large onion, chopped
•4 cloves garlic, minced
•5 lbs. russet or red potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes
•32 oz. chicken stock (approximate)
•1/2 pint heavy cream
•1/8 lb (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
•Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon using preferred method until crisp. (I bake thick cut bacon on a cooling rack over a sheet pan so that it remains flat). Allow to cool and chop or crumble into small pieces. Reserve several tablespoons of drippings. (add more bacon drippings if onions look dry. This will depend on the size of your pot and particular onion.) Place a large soup pot or heavy casserole over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp. bacon drippings and cook onions, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add garlic and cook another 2 minutes, stirring often. Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally for a few minutes. When everything is sizzling nicely, add enough stock to just cover potatoes. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender. Mash potatoes roughly with a potato masher. Scoop out about half of the remaining mixture and puree in a blender (in batches!) or food processor. (Or if you've got an immersion blender, go for it with that.) Make sure to leave a good bit of the potatoes chunky, for texture. Add butter and heavy cream. Stir to combine well. Taste for seasoning and add more stock if soup is too thick for your liking. When the consistency is right for you, stir in bacon and bring to just a bare simmer, stirring often. Serve hot. Garnish with additional crumbled bacon and some chives or green onions. Share and Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the soup will taste. Use fresh, flavorful potatoes, bacon, and broth.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too many potatoes to the pot, they won't cook evenly and the soup will be watery. Add the potatoes in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the bacon until it's crispy. This will add a lot of flavor to the soup. You can also cook the bacon in advance and store it in the refrigerator for later use.
  • Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good one. I recommend using a low-sodium broth so that you can control the amount of salt in the soup.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, and crumbled bacon.

Conclusion:

This thick and creamy bacon potato soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover bacon. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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