Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
A creamy and flavorful potato soup loaded with cheddar cheese and garlic, enhanced by the richness of turkey bacon and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes, thyme, and paprika; stir to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to slightly mash the potatoes for a creamy texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese, mixing until cheese is melted and soup is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of broth.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: potato soup, cheddar soup, garlic soup, turkey bacon soup