Description
This hearty and comforting potato soup combines tender russet potatoes, savory turkey bacon, and fresh vegetables simmered in flavorful chicken broth, finished with a creamy blend of milk and flour. Perfect for warming up on chilly days, this recipe delivers a velvety texture with a delicious balance of smoky and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Russet Potatoes (Chopped)
- 1 medium Onion (Diced)
- 2 stalks Celery (Diced)
- 1 medium Carrot (Optional, chopped)
- 4 cups Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 4 slices Turkey Bacon (Cooked and crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (Chopped)
- Cheese (Optional, for garnish)
Thickening Mixture
- 1/4 cup Flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup Milk (Whole milk recommended)
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey Bacon: In a large soup pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, leaving some rendered fat in the pot for added flavor.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Return the pot to medium heat and add the diced onion, celery, and carrot. Stir occasionally for about 2 minutes until they soften and release a fragrant aroma.
- Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Carefully add the chopped russet potatoes along with salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings. Stir well to combine all flavorful ingredients.
- Simmer in Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for approximately 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare Thickening Mixture: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together flour and milk until smooth.
- Thicken the Soup: Gradually stir the flour and milk mixture into the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the soup thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Blend for Creaminess: Scoop out about one-quarter to one-half of the soup and blend it until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. Return the blended portion to the pot, stirring to achieve a velvety texture.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the crumbled turkey bacon, reserving some for garnish. Serve hot, adorned with fresh parsley and cheese if desired for a delightful finish.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make this soup vegetarian; omit turkey bacon or use a plant-based alternative.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour.
- Add cheese of your choice such as cheddar or Parmesan as a garnish for extra flavor.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste during cooking.
- The blending step adds creaminess without heavy cream, but you can adjust the amount blended based on your texture preference.
