This potato and bacon soup is of my family’s favorite recipes

Potato and Bacon Soup Recipe | Hearty, Cheesy, and Family-Friendly

This Potato and Bacon Soup is one of my family’s favorite recipes! Even picky eaters love this creamy, cheesy soup loaded with bacon, ground beef, and hearty vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you want some comforting, filling food.

Ingredients:

• 3.5 cups chicken broth
• 4 russet potatoes, peeled and diced (3–4 cups)
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 package (12 ounces) bacon, cooked and chopped
• 3 tablespoons butter

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• 1/4 cup flour (gluten-free 1:1)
• 2 cups half and half
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese
• To garnish: green onions, reserved chopped bacon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Soup Base
   Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, potatoes, onions, carrots, celery, parsley, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
2. Brown the Ground Beef
   About 30 minutes before serving, brown the ground beef in a skillet. Drain the grease, and add the beef to the slow cooker.
3. Cook the Bacon
   Fry and chop the bacon, then transfer the chopped bacon to the slow cooker. Alternatively, bake the bacon in the oven while the soup is cooking and set it aside for later.
4. Make the Creamy Base
   Wipe out the skillet, melt the butter, and whisk in the flour until smooth. Slowly whisk in the half and half and cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
5. Finish the Soup
   Stir the creamy mixture into the slow cooker and add the shredded cheese. Stir well, cover, and let the cheese melt for a few minutes. Stir again before serving to fully incorporate the cheese.
6. Serve and Enjoy
   Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with green onions and extra chopped bacon. Serve hot!

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