Description
Wrap yourself in a warm hug with this creamy potato soup, reminiscent of the beloved Outback classic. Each velvety spoonful is packed with buttery potatoes, aromatic garlic, and crispy bacon bits, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly nights or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add the cubed russet potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer to a countertop blender to blend until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with crispy bacon bits and chopped chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg