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Creamy One-Pot Irish Potato Soup Recipe with Cheddar and Bacon Easy

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A cozy, creamy one-pot Irish potato soup with sharp cheddar and crispy bacon, perfect for a quick and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6–8 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy (about 8 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add butter to the bacon fat and let it melt. Toss in chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to create a roux base.
  4. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Optional: Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup, leaving some potato chunks for texture. Alternatively, blend half the soup in a blender and return to pot.
  6. Stir in milk and shredded cheddar cheese gradually, allowing the cheese to melt completely. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Fold crispy bacon bits into the soup, reserving a few for garnish. Serve hot, topped with fresh chives or green onions if desired.

Notes

Do not rush the roux to avoid raw flour taste. Use starchy russet potatoes for creamy texture. Add milk and cheese off direct heat or on low heat to prevent curdling. Partial blending balances texture. Reserve some bacon for garnish. Season gradually as potatoes absorb salt.

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