Easy Cheesy Bacon Potato Soup

This easy-to-make cheesy bacon potato soup is the perfect comfort food on a chilly day. Made with creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, this soup is packed with flavor and will warm you up from the inside out. It's a satisfying and hearty dish that the whole family will love. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups 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 with a slotted spoon and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
3. Add the chicken broth and diced potatoes to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
4. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
5. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese is 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.

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