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Best Ever Potato Soup Recipe

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3.9 from 53 reviews

This Best Ever Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting classic that’s perfect for chilly days. Loaded with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, grated carrot, and melted Velveeta cheese, this soup is rich and flavorful. It’s thickened with a smooth milk and flour mixture, creating a velvety texture. Garnished with green onions and optional additional toppings, it makes a hearty meal that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 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

Thickening & Dairy

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups 2% milk
  • 8 ounces Velveeta, cubed

Garnish (Optional)

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon, aromatics and potatoes: In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crisp, stirring occasionally. Once cooked, drain off any excess drippings to avoid greasiness. Add the cubed potatoes, grated carrot, chopped onion, dried parsley flakes, salt, pepper, celery seed, and chicken broth to the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer the soup for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  2. Thicken with flour and milk: While the soup simmers, whisk together the all-purpose flour and 2% milk in a separate bowl until smooth to create a slurry. This step prevents lumps. Slowly stir the flour and milk mixture into the simmering soup. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the soup to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook for about two minutes until the soup thickens to a creamy consistency.
  3. Add cheese and serve: Remove the soup from heat and stir in the cubed Velveeta cheese until fully melted and incorporated, creating a rich and cheesy texture. Serve the soup hot, garnished with thinly sliced green onions if desired. For extra flair, consider topping with additional crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, or a dollop of sour cream to mimic baked potato toppings.

Notes

  • Always whisk the flour and milk together before adding to the soup to avoid lumps.
  • Drain excess bacon fat to keep the soup from becoming too greasy.
  • For a thicker soup, use less milk or add a bit more flour slurry.
  • Optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar, and extra bacon enhance the flavor.
  • This soup reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: potato soup, creamy potato soup, bacon potato soup, cheesy potato soup, easy soup recipe, comfort food, stove top soup

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