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Bacon Cheddar Potato Soup Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy Bacon Cheddar Potato Soup! This easy-to-make recipe delivers a thick, satisfying bowl of comfort food, perfect for a cozy night in. The rich cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and tender potatoes create a flavor explosion that's unbelievably delicious. Serve with crusty French bread for a complete meal. Make ahead and reheat for effortless weeknight dinners!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 863.6 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 4.2 (22 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Cheddar Potato Soup

  • Onion
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 8 ounces (1 cup) unsalted butter
  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Chicken Broth
  • Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • Whipping Cream
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • White Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Dried Parsley
  • Seasoned Croutons

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How to Make Bacon Cheddar Potato Soup

  1. Chop the onion and celery. If using a food processor, pulse briefly to avoid over-processing.
  2. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt 8 ounces (1 cup) of butter over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the cubed potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. While the potatoes simmer, make the roux: In a separate small saucepan, melt the remaining 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of butter over low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is a light golden brown (about 2-3 minutes). Set aside.
  6. To the cooked potato mixture, gradually whisk in 1 cup of water and the heavy cream. Then, whisk in the roux until the soup thickens to your desired consistency.
  7. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, parsley, black pepper, and paprika.
  8. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through. Remove from heat.
  9. Garnish with croutons, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

211g

Carbs

10g

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