Description
Creamy Potato Soup with smoked turkey bacon and melted plant-based cheese offers a rich, hearty, and velvety bowl of comfort. This recipe blends the earthiness of russet potatoes with smoky savory notes and smooth creamy textures, perfect for a nourishing and satisfying meal any time of the year.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups peeled and chopped russet potatoes
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded plant-based cheese
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnishes
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Bacon: Cook smoked turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon and set aside, keeping the rendered fat in the pot to add flavor to the soup base.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot with the bacon fat. Sauté until softened and fragrant, building a flavorful foundation for the soup.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add peeled and chopped russet potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Blend and Add Creaminess: Remove a portion of the soup and blend until smooth, then return to the pot to maintain some texture. Stir in plant-based milk, shredded plant-based cheese, and the natural gelling agent to thicken the soup and create a luscious creamy consistency.
- Season and Finish: Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the cooked smoked turkey bacon back into the pot and warm through. Garnish with fresh chopped chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the best creamy texture.
- Blend only half the soup to keep a good balance of creamy and chunky.
- Ensure turkey bacon is fresh for deeper smoky flavor.
- Adjust the soup’s thickness by adding more plant-based milk or broth.
- Serve the soup immediately for best flavor and texture; it reheats well with gentle stirring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: creamy potato soup, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, comforting soup, gluten free soup
