Creamy Bacon and Cheese Potato Soup Perfection 🍲

Ingredients:

• 6 medium Russet potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 diced onion
• 3 peeled and sliced carrots
• 3 diced celery stalks
• 6 slices of crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 8 cups of vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp minced parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tbsp flour (cornstarch can be substituted)
• 1 cup finely grated cheese of your choice

How To Make Creamy Bacon and Cheese Potato Soup:

1. In a soup pot, cook the bacon until the fat is crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside. Pour off most of the bacon fat, but do not clean the pan.
2. Return the pan to medium heat and add in the onion, celery, and carrot. Stir and cook for two minutes.
3. Add in the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you prefer.
4. Pour in the broth and bring it to a low boil. Cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes start to soften.
5. Whisk the flour and milk together, then add the mixture to the pot, stirring continuously. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Carefully scoop out ¼ to ½ of the soup and process it in a blender or food processor until smooth.
7. Add the smooth mixture back into the pot slowly and carefully to avoid splashing.
8. Stir in the crumbled bacon, reserving some for garnish.
9. Serve the soup in bowls, garnished with parsley, additional bacon, and a sprinkle of cheese.

Indulge in the ultimate comfort with this Creamy Bacon and Cheese Potato Soup—a perfect blend of rich flavors and velvety texture. Ideal for warming your soul on any occasion! 🌟