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Potato Soup

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By Sugarspunrun

An easy, creamy potato soup made in one pot—rich, comforting, and perfect for topping with bacon and cheese.

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Ingredients

  • 6 strips bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 lbs gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon regular chili powder (used instead of ancho)
  • 2/3 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese, chives, and bacon for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove and set aside, leaving fat in the pot.
  2. Add butter and onion; cook until softened (3–5 minutes).
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  4. Stir in flour until smooth.
  5. Add potatoes, broth, milk, cream, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Stir well.
  6. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are fork-tender (about 10 minutes).
  7. Reduce heat and blend the soup until nearly smooth using an immersion blender.
  8. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  9. Serve topped with bacon, cheese, and chives as desired.