🧅 Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics
Using the same pot with the bacon grease, add the chopped onions and cook until they become soft and translucent (about 3–4 minutes). Then add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
🍲 Step 4: Cook the Potatoes
Add the diced potatoes into the pot along with the chicken broth. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
🥣 Step 5: Create the Creamy Base
In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a roux (this thickens the soup). Slowly add the cream while whisking to avoid lumps, and cook until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
🥄 Step 6: Combine and Blend
Pour the creamy mixture into the pot with the potatoes. Stir well to combine. For a creamier texture, you can use a potato masher or immersion blender to partially blend the soup—leave some chunks for texture.
🧂 Step 7: Season and Add Bacon
Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in most of the crumbled bacon, saving some for garnish. Let the soup simmer for another 5–10 minutes so all the flavors come together beautifully.
🍽️ Step 8: Serve and Enjoy
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes—extra bacon, shredded cheese, green onions, or a dollop of sour cream.
Serve hot with crusty bread on the side, and enjoy every creamy, savory bite.
đź’ˇ Tips for the Best Soup
- For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a deeper smoky flavor.
- If the soup gets too thick, simply add a bit more broth or milk.
- You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days—it tastes even better the next day!
Creamy potato bacon soup is more than just a dish—it’s comfort in a bowl. Once you try it, it’ll quickly become one of your favorite go-to recipes.
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