Creamy Potato Bacon Soup (Printable Version)
A velvety potato soup topped with crispy bacon and fresh herbs—simple to make yet incredibly satisfying for any occasion.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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6-8 potatoes
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4-6 bacon strips
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3 tablespoons butter
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1 onion
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6 cups vegetable stock
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¼ cup sour cream
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1 small bunch of fresh parsley or your favorite herbs
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 180°C. Wash and dry the potatoes. Prick each one with a fork a few times to let steam escape during baking. Wrap them in foil and place them on the center oven rack. Bake for about 1 hour or until tender. Once cooked, let the potatoes cool completely for easier handling.
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While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, lay the bacon strips flat, and cook for about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Once cooled, chop into large pieces.
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Peel and finely dice the onion. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent without browning.
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Once the potatoes have cooled, cut them into halves or quarters and add them to the saucepan with the onions. Pour in the vegetable stock and stir well. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to combine the flavors.
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Using an immersion blender, puree the soup in the pot until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, allow the soup to cool slightly before blending in batches. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
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Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream, crispy bacon pieces, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
# Additional Notes:
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Baking the potatoes in foil helps steam the insides while keeping the skin tender. Consider baking them ahead of time to streamline preparation.
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Cook the bacon in batches to ensure each piece gets perfectly crispy without overcrowding.
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For enhanced flavor, consider using the bacon grease to sauté the onions.
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Cook onions over medium-low heat to maintain a mellow, sweet flavor without browning.
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For ideal texture, use an immersion blender directly in the pot or let the soup cool slightly before using a standard blender.
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Adjust consistency by adding extra stock or water if the soup is too thick.
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Season after blending for perfect flavor balance.
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Garnish generously with fresh herbs and crispy bacon for optimal presentation and taste.