Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup: Easy Comfort with Turkey Bacon
This Cheddar Garlic Herb Potato Soup is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings warmth and comfort, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until cheese melts and soup is heated through.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup and mix it back in.
- Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg