Irish potato and bacon soup recipe

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked sausage offers a similar flavor profile.

Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove bacon and set aside, leaving drippings in the pot.

Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot; sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf; cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove bay leaf and blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches in a stand blender.

Stir in heavy cream and season with black pepper; heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon and fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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