Two Potato Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of Two Potato Soup, a creamy, flavor-packed recipe that combines savory russet potatoes and naturally sweet sweet potatoes for a perfect balance of taste and texture. This hearty soup is enriched with a blend of chicken broth, whole milk, and a touch of heavy cream, creating a velvety base that’s irresistible. Aromatic sautéed onions and garlic bring depth, while a hint of paprika adds warmth. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon crumbles, and fresh green onions, this comforting dish is ideal for chilly nights or when you need a soul-soothing meal. Ready in just under an hour, Two Potato Soup is as easy to make as it is delicious, making it a top choice for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions
- 4 slices bacon
Instructions
Peel and dice the russet and sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add them to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a boil.
Add the diced russet and sweet potatoes to the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth, or transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until creamy.
Return the soup to the pot and stir in the whole milk and heavy cream.
Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
Cook the bacon slices in a skillet until crispy. Remove and crumble the bacon. Set aside.
Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions as garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy this comforting Two Potato Soup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.4 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 337 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 6432 mg | 280% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 79.6 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1095 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 5359 mg | 114% | |
*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.
