Joy's Potato Soup

Cozy up with a steaming bowl of Joy's Potato Soup, the ultimate comfort food perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you crave a rich, creamy dish. This hearty soup is brimming with tender russet potatoes, perfectly seasoned with sautéed onions, garlic, and a velvety blend of chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream. Each spoonful is elevated with melted cheddar cheese for a luxurious depth of flavor, while crispy bacon crumbles and fresh green onions add the perfect finishing touch. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Whether served as a filling main course or a satisfying starter, Joy's Potato Soup is guaranteed to warm your soul and bring smiles to the table. Perfect for family dinners and meal prepping, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 small garlic cloves
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 6 slices bacon
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into small, bite-sized cubes. Dice the yellow onion and thinly slice the green onions. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large soup pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the diced yellow onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.

Step 4

Stir in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and carefully add the potato cubes. Cover the pot with a lid and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 5

While the potatoes are cooking, cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, let cool, and crumble into small pieces.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are tender, use a potato masher or an immersion blender to gently mash some of the potatoes in the pot, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 7

Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Let the soup heat through, but do not bring it to a boil.

Step 8

Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese to the pot while stirring to ensure it melts evenly into the soup. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and additional shredded cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3277.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3499.8

Total Fat 193.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 563.9mg	0%
Sodium 6776.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 320.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 44.9g
Protein 106.2g	0%

Vitamin D 222.4IU	0%
Calcium 1405.7mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 9133.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 37.1%