Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup with Turkey Bacon Delight
A creamy and flavorful potato soup enriched with cheddar cheese and infused with garlic and herbs, complemented by crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 6 cups diced potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, thyme, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth with an immersion blender. Return to heat and stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg