The Best Creamy Potato Soup with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A delicious and creamy potato soup recipe with turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for a comforting meal.
Equipment
- large pot
- immersion blender
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Cooking Base
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Creaminess
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
Seasonings
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- fresh thyme or rosemary optional
Toppings
- cheese shredded, optional
- chives chopped, optional
- bacon bits optional
- sour cream optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather Your Ingredients.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Stir in the milk or cream and cook for another 5 minutes over low heat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your choice of garnishes.
Notes
Optional additions include turkey bacon and chicken ham for a heartier soup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg
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