Description
This comforting Hearty Potato Soup with Turkey Bacon is perfect for chilly days, combining creamy potatoes, crunchy turkey bacon, and savory vegetables in a warm, nourishing bowl. Enhanced with chicken broth and a touch of parsley, this soup is both satisfying and soul-warming.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 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)
Thickening Mixture
- 1/4 cup Flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup Milk (whole milk recommended)
Additional Ingredients
- 4 slices Turkey Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
- Cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook 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 Vegetables: Return the pot to medium heat and add diced onion, celery, and carrot. Stir occasionally for about 2 minutes until they soften and develop a fragrant aroma.
- Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Carefully add the diced russet potatoes, salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings. Stir well to combine all flavorful ingredients.
- Simmer Soup: 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 bowl, whisk together flour and milk until smooth. Gradually stir this mixture into the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the soup thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Blend Soup for Creaminess: Scoop out about one-quarter to one-half of the soup and blend it until smooth in a blender or with an immersion blender. Return the blended portion to the pot, stirring to achieve that velvety texture.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the crumbled turkey bacon, reserving some for garnish. Serve hot, decorated with fresh parsley and optional cheese for a delightful touch.
Notes
- You can swap chicken broth for vegetable broth to make it vegetarian (omit turkey bacon in that case).
- Use gluten-free flour if you want a gluten-free version of the soup.
- The blending step helps create a creamy texture without heavy cream; adjust the amount blended based on desired consistency.
- Turkey bacon adds a healthier alternative to traditional bacon with less fat.
- Cheese garnish is optional but adds extra richness and flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
