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Hearty Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup with Turkey Bacon Bliss

A warm embrace in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings, featuring a luscious blend of cheddar cheese, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs, crowned with crispy turkey bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups diced potatoes Choose your favorite variety for the best texture.
  • 1 cup chopped onions Adds sweetness and depth to the soup.
  • 3 cloves minced garlic Infuses the soup with rich flavor.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Provides a savory base for the soup.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Enhances creaminess and adds sharpness.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Makes the soup luxuriously rich.
  • 4 slices turkey bacon Cooked and crumbled, adds a crispy, smoky finish.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Offers an earthy herbal note.
  • to taste salt Enhances all flavors in the soup.
  • to taste black pepper Adds warmth and mild heat.

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, sauté onions and minced garlic until they turn translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add the diced potatoes along with the chicken broth to the pot. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring occasionally.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. After the potatoes are tender, stir in the dried thyme, shredded cheddar cheese, and heavy cream until everything is well combined and melted into a creamy consistency.
  5. Taste your soup and season it with salt and black pepper according to your preference.
  6. Ladle your hearty potato soup into bowls and top each serving generously with crumbled turkey bacon before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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