Rustic Creamy Potato Soup Recipe
This rustic creamy potato soup is a comforting one-pot meal with a Cajun kick, perfect for cozy dinners. It's rich, flavorful, and garnished with crispy bacon and green onions.
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for a lighter version
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese plus extra for garnish
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning or to taste
- 4 slices bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
- 2 green onions thinly sliced for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Mash a portion of the potatoes for a creamy consistency while leaving some chunks.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with crumbled bacon, extra cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth and omit the bacon.