Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup milk or cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, place diced potatoes and add the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Melt butter in a separate pan, add chopped onion and cook until softened. Then, add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Transfer half of the potato mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour it back into the pot with the remaining potatoes.
- Add the sautéed onions and garlic, crumbled bacon, and optional milk or cream. Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 5 minutes.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, skip the bacon or use vegetarian bacon bits.
- Add carrots, celery, or leeks for added nutrients and flavor.
- Try different potatoes like Yukon Gold or red for varied taste.
- Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian (optional)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
