How to Make Very Easy Potato Bacon Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats a warm and comforting bowl of potato bacon soup on a chilly day. This classic dish is not only delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can have a hearty and satisfying meal on the table in no time. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend lunch, this recipe for Very Easy Potato Bacon Soup is sure to hit the spot.

The star of this recipe is, of course, the potatoes. They provide a creamy...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¾ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed (Optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ¾ cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons real bacon bits
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion in hot butter until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add potatoes, water, dill weed, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender and water is almost all evaporated, at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir milk and bacon bits into potato mixture; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir parsley into soup.
  • Nutrition

    393 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 1102mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 307mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1104mg