Best 6 Very Easy Potato Bacon Soup Recipes

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For those seeking a delectable and effortless culinary experience, "Very Easy Potato Bacon Soup" emerges as a culinary masterpiece. This heartwarming soup, steeped in rich flavors and textures, promises to tantalize your taste buds with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction. Crafted with simple yet flavorful ingredients, this recipe offers a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets to creating this delightful soup that will warm your soul and elevate your taste buds to new heights.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BACON AND POTATO SOUP



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A delicious winter warmer.

Provided by Kwollak

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 thick slices bacon
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped carrots
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth
4 cups cubed potatoes
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp in 3-quart saucepan, remove and drain well on paper towels. Discard bacon grease and wipe pan thoroughly with paper towel.
  • Meanwhile, prepare vegetables. Add olive oil to saucepan and add onion, carrot, and celery as they are cut up. Saute until onion is soft but not brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and pepper; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese, heating just until melted--do not boil. Chop bacon and add to soup. Adjust seasoning to taste by adding salt, if desired. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 35.7 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 812.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

VERY EASY POTATO BACON SOUP



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Very easy and quick to make potato soup that won't disappoint! For a thicker broth, add potato flakes. For a more creamy broth, add more butter.

Provided by Michelle Anne

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
¾ cup finely chopped onion
2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
1 ½ cups water
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ¾ cups milk
3 tablespoons real bacon bits
1 tablespoon dried parsley, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add potatoes, water, dill weed, salt, and pepper to onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender and water is almost all evaporated, at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir milk and bacon bits into potato mixture; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir parsley into soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 55.1 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 1101.5 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

BACON AND POTATO SOUP



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This is perfect on a rainy day or a fall evening. This is a typical French cream soup. The bacon adds a smoky flavor. If it is too thick for you, correct with additional cream or broth. This is courtesy of Patisserie Frederic.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 16 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb bacon, diced
1 large onion, diced
salt & pepper
1 sprig fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
15 yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced,cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 quarts vegetable stock or 2 quarts water
1 cup cream
1/4 cup whole grain mustard (one spiked with horseradish is wonderful)

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large stockpot over medium heat until crispy.
  • Add onion and cook 4-5 minutes, until tender.
  • Add salt and pepper, thyme sprig, rosemary sprigs, and bay leaf.
  • Add potatoes and garlic, and mix well with bacon and onions.
  • Add stock or water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  • Add cream and mustard; stir to blend.
  • Remove bayleaf and purée about 1/2 of the soup in a blender.
  • Mix blended soup with the rest of the soup.
  • Adjust seasonings.
  • To serve, ladle soup into bowls and top with chopped scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 26.2, Sodium 172.4, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 4.6

CREAMY POTATO BACON SOUP



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Creamy, hearty, and flavorful, this Potato Bacon Soup is perfect for lunch or dinner on a cold day.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 slices bacon (chopped)
½ onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 ribs celery (diced)
3 cups chicken broth (low sodium )
16 ounces baking potatoes (peeled and diced ½", about 2 medium potatoes)
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt & pepper to taste
cayenne (pinch)
parmesan cheese & sliced green onions for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add onion, garlic, and celery to the bacon fat and cook 3-4 minutes or until onion softens slightly.
  • Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook covered 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cream and simmer for 5 minutes longer.
  • Combine cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Whisk into the simmering soup and simmer 1 minute. Stir in half of the bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste.
  • Spoon into bowls, top with parmesan cheese, remaining bacon and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.25 cup, Calories 506 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 40 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 982 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

BEST EVER POTATO SOUP



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You'll be surprised at the taste of this rich and cheesy easy potato soup. It really is the best potato soup recipe, ever. I came up with it after enjoying baked potato soup at one of our favorite restaurants. I added bacon, and we think that makes it even better. -Coleen Morrissey, Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 bacon strips, diced
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 small carrot, grated
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% milk
8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; drain drippings. Add vegetables, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes., Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CANADIAN BACON POTATO SOUP



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"Canadian bacon adds a hint of smoky flavor to this hearty soup that my husband loves," writes Cheryl Morgan from her home in Dover, Minnesota. "It doesn't have the typical butter and heavy cream you'll find in many potato soups, but it's still rich and satisfying."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium onions, chopped
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 cups chicken broth
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
5 slices (3 ounces) Canadian bacon, chopped
1 package butter-flavored granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
7 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
1/3 cup minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute onions until tender. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are very tender. Set aside 1 cup potato mixture., Puree remaining mixture in batches in a blender or food processor; return to the pan. Stir in the milk, Canadian bacon, butter-flavored granules, salt, pepper and reserved potato mixture. Heat through (do not boil). Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a creamier soup, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • If you don't have bacon, you can use ham or sausage.
  • To make the soup vegetarian, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Potato bacon soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit. With its creamy texture, smoky bacon flavor, and hearty potatoes, this soup is sure to warm you up on a cold day. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this potato bacon soup a try.

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