Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup Recipe with Turkey Bacon
A creamy, flavorful potato soup with hearty cheddar, garlic, and herbs, combined with turkey bacon for a delicious twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
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- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add butter, onion, and garlic to the pot. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Chop the turkey bacon and stir it back into the soup before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup and mix it back in.
- Garnish with additional cheddar and fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cheddar, Garlic, Herb, Potato Soup, Turkey Bacon