Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy potato soup that captures the essence of your favorite Outback dish. This easy-to-make copycat recipe combines tender potatoes, rich cream, and savory bacon bits, creating a heartwarming meal perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings. With its velvety texture and delightful aroma, this potato soup will surely bring smiles to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Mash some of the potatoes with a potato masher or immersion blender for desired texture.
- Stir in heavy cream along with salt and pepper; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot topped with crispy bacon bits, shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soups
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg