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Pioneer Woman Potato Soup

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A warm and comforting potato soup featuring soft potatoes, creamy broth, and savory bacon.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 6 strips cooked bacon (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice six medium potatoes into even pieces.
  2. Fry bacon until crisp, drain, and chop. Set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a pot and cook chopped onion until soft.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook one minute until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour and stir to make a smooth roux.
  6. Slowly add whole milk while stirring to avoid lumps.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and add the diced potatoes to the pot.
  8. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  9. Mash some potatoes in the pot for thickness, leaving some chunks.
  10. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar until melted.
  11. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  12. Top with chopped bacon and green onions before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with crusty bread or warm rolls. Can be made in a slow cooker.

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