Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup: Comforting Delight with Turkey Bacon
This Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is a comforting bowl of goodness, featuring rich flavors and turkey bacon for an extra kick.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup chopped turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large soup pot, cook the chopped turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced onions and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, shredded cheese, thyme, and parsley. Cook until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like carrots or celery for more flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food