Light and creamy bacon potato soup
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Light and Creamy Bacon Potato Soup recipe! Made with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and a velvety blend of chicken broth and nonfat milk, this deliciously satisfying soup is topped off with cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream. Perfect for cozy nights in, it hits all the right notes of flavor and texture. Ready in just under an hour, it's a must-try for soup lovers!
- 21 Mar 2025
- Cook time 45 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 12 Ingredients
Light and Creamy Bacon Potato Soup is a comforting and delicious recipe that's perfect for any day of the week. This hearty soup combines crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and a creamy broth to create a satisfying meal. It's simple to make and uses ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Heat a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the bacon strips and cook until crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the bacon from the pot and place it on a paper towel to drain.
- Once cooled, crumble the bacon and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the vegetable oil.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until tender and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and 1/2 cup of the nonfat milk until smooth.
- Gradually add this flour mixture to the pot, stirring constantly.
- Slowly pour in the remaining 1 1/2 cups of nonfat milk while continuing to stir.
- Add the sour cream, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the soup has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it reaches a creamy consistency.
- If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Top each bowl with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
- Serve hot, and enjoy your light and creamy bacon potato soup!
Tips:
- Use a large pot to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- For a richer flavor, cook the bacon in the pot first and use the rendered fat instead of vegetable oil.
- Make sure to whisk the flour into the milk slowly to avoid any lumps in the soup.
- For a thicker soup, simmer it longer uncovered to let it reduce to your desired consistency.
- For added flavor, sprinkle fresh chives or green onions on top before serving.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with any other cheese of your preference to customize the flavor.
With just a few easy steps, you can enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of Light and Creamy Bacon Potato Soup. It's perfect for a cozy night in or as a starter for a larger meal. Don't forget to top it with some extra cheese and bacon for an added treat.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 430 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 320kcal | 16% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 16g | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 44g | 13% |
| Fiber 4.44g | 12% |
| Sugar 10g | 10% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 12g | 14% |
| Saturated 4.69g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 30mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 130ug | 14% |
| Choline 60mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 0.30mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 0.32mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 3.46mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 0.69mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B9 40ug | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 0.98ug | 41% |
| Vitamin C 36mg | 41% |
| Vitamin E 0.20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 4.22ug | 4% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 280mg | 21% |
| Copper, Cu 0.25mg | 28% |
| Iron, Fe 1.82mg | 17% |
| Magnesium, Mg 70mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus, P 350mg | 28% |
| Potassium, K 1120mg | 33% |
| Selenium, Se 12ug | 22% |
| Sodium, Na 710mg | 47% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.92mg | 17% |
| Water | |
| Water 350g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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