Potato Soup  Recipe:

Warm, comforting, and loaded with flavor. Follow this step-by-step guide to make the creamiest potato soup ever!

– 6 strips of uncooked bacon – 3 tbsp butter  – 1 medium yellow onion  – 3 garlic cloves – ⅓ cup all-purpose flour – 2 ½ lbs gold potatoes  – 4 cups chicken broth – 2 cups milk – ⅔ cup heavy cream – 1 ½ tsp salt – 1 tsp ground pepper – ¼–½ tsp ancho chili powder – ⅔ cup sour cream Toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, chives, sour cream, and bacon (optional).

steps to make potato soup:

Step 2: Cook the Bacon 1.Place chopped bacon in a Dutch Oven or soup pot 2.Cook over medium heat until crispy and browned. 3.Remove bacon pieces and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.

Step 3: Sauté Onions and Garlic 1.Add 3 tbsp butter to the pot with the bacon fat. 2.Sauté chopped onions for 3–5 minutes until tender. 3.Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).

Step 3: Make the Soup Base 1.Sprinkle ⅓ cup of all-purpose flour over the onions and garlic. 2.Stir until smooth and no lumps remain. 3.Add diced potatoes, 4 cups chicken broth, 2 cups milk, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and ancho chili powder. Mix well.

Step 4: Cook the Potatoes 1.Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. 2.Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender (about 10 minutes).

Step 6: Blend for Creaminess 1.Remove half of the soup and blend it until smooth (use a blender or immersion blender). 2.Return the blended soup to the pot and stir.

Step 7: Add the Final Touches 1.Stir in ⅔ cup sour cream and the reserved bacon pieces. 2.Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes to develop flavor.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve 1.Top with cheddar cheese, chives, extra sour cream, and crispy bacon. 2.Serve hot and enjoy this cozy, satisfying dish!