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longhorn potato soup recipe

longhorn potato soup recipe

Warm up with this creamy longhorn potato soup recipe inspired by Longhorn Steakhouse. Easy to make at home with bacon, cheese, and tender potatoes. Perfect comfort food for any day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 pieces Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half/whole milk)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • for seasoning paprika
  • sliced green onions (for garnish)
  • sour cream (for garnish)
  • extra shredded cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Start by prepping your ingredients. Peel and dice your potatoes into small cubes; chop bacon into bite-sized pieces; slice green onions for garnish.
  2. Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.
  3. Melt butter in the same pot, add diced onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant; sprinkle in flour and stir to create a roux.
  4. Gradually pour in broth, whisking continuously; let simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Add diced potatoes and cook until tender; mash some potatoes against the side of the pot for natural thickening.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  7. Add most of the cooked bacon to the soup, reserving some for topping; ladle soup into bowls and garnish with sour cream, green onions, extra cheese, and reserved bacon.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This soup freezes well, but add cream after reheating for the best texture. Customize toppings with crushed crackers, jalapeños, or crispy fried onions for extra crunch! Enjoy the process of cooking!
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