Description

Indulge in the comfort of this Best Homemade Potato Soup, a creamy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. With the richness of cheddar cheese, the smokiness of bacon, and the warmth of potatoes, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Bacon:

6 slices chopped

Onion:

1 medium, diced

Garlic:

3 cloves, minced

Russet Potatoes:

4 cups, peeled and diced

Chicken Broth:

4 cups

Milk:

2 cups

Heavy Cream:

1 cup

Unsalted Butter:

3 tablespoons

All-Purpose Flour:

3 tablespoons

Salt:

1 teaspoon

Black Pepper:

1/2 teaspoon

Smoked Paprika:

1/2 teaspoon

Dried Thyme:

1/2 teaspoon

Cheddar Cheese:

1 cup shredded

Sour Cream:

1/2 cup

Green Onions:

2 tablespoons for garnish

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Instructions

Cook Bacon: Cook chopped bacon until crispy. Set aside, leaving 2 tablespoons of drippings in the pot.
Sauté Onion: Cook onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add Potatoes and Broth: Combine potatoes and chicken broth. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
Make Roux: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk. Add to potato mixture.
Finish Soup: Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Simmer until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese and sour cream until melted.
Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, top with bacon and green onions.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend half of the cooked potatoes before adding cheese and sour cream.
Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version of the soup.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.