Creamy and Delicious Potato Soup Recipe

Try Allana's Excellent Potato Soup recipe for a creamy and delicious bowl of comfort. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, onions, bacon, and cheese, this soup will warm you up on a cold day. The flavors blend together beautifully to create a hearty and satisfying dish. This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight meal or for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 6 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped green onions, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
2. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
3. Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
4. Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, lightly mash the potatoes to thicken the soup.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the soup is heated through.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with crispy bacon and chopped green onions.

Interesting Facts