Cheesy Bacon Potato Soup

This Cheesy Bacon Potato Soup Recipe makes a huge pot so you can enjoy it with friends and family during the winter months. It’s full of potatoes, bacon and cheese. You are going to LOVE this potato soup recipe this winter!

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This recipe makes a big batch of soup so it’s great for serving a crowd or keep the leftovers for easy lunches. I’ve made it for potlucks, too – after I make it I keep it in a crock pot so it stays nice and warm. If you love soup recipes, you need to try it!

The first time I made this bacon potato soup recipe it just so happened to be for the first holiday I spent with my in-laws. No pressure! Luckily, it passed the test and everyone asked me for the recipe.

It’s still a go-to favorite – I mean, it has bacon, potatoes, and cheese! Three thing my family LOVES and combining them in a thick and hearty soup is the best way to warm up!

Like my Beer Cheese Soup, it’s perfect for enjoying on cold winter nights when we’re all craving a cozy bowl of cheesy bacon potato soup.

You Will Love This Recipe

• This soup is loaded with vegetables! Big chunks of potatoes and carrots make it hearty and filling.
• The trick in getting the best creamy, cheesy texture is to use Cheez Whiz. It’s a great shortcut – adding some butter and flour thickens it even more. There’s no shortage of cheesy yumminess!
• Of course, there’s bacon, and it adds so much flavor. Potato soup is not complete without it!

I have been making these cheesy potato soup for years and it never disappoints. Give it a try and you’ll see what I mean – you’ll love every last drop.

Ingredients

• Yukon Gold potatoes – Cut into 1″ pieces – you can peel them or not, it’s your choice!
• Minced yellow onion – Quick tip! Grab the frozen onions at the store that are diced and save yourself time.
• Carrots – Peel these and dice them.
• Hot water
• Chicken bouillon cubes
• Butter
• All-purpose flour
• Cheez Whiz
• Bacon bits – Or you can make my oven bacon or air fryer bacon and crumble it.

What Are The Best Potatoes To Use?

I recommend using Yukon Golds, but really it’s a matter of choice. Different potatoes provide different types of texture and creaminess in soup.

• Russet potatoes will add starchiness and will help thicken it.
• Red potatoes have very low starch, so they really won’t change the texture of your soup or stew.
• Yukon gold potatoes are considered a great all-purpose potato. They will add a creamy texture and (often times!) if scrubbed well you might even get away with not peeling them. A big plus in my book!

Steps to Prepare

Boil the Veggies: Place the carrots, potatoes, and onions in a large pot and cover them with water. Boil them until tender and then drain them.

Make the Soup Base: In the same pot (without the veggies) melt the butter and then combine it with the flour. Add the hot water, whisk, and then add the bouillon cubes. Cook until the bouillon has dissolved and the broth is thickened.

Make it Cheesy! Add the jar of cheese whiz and stir well to combine.

Finish it Up: Add the cooked vegetables and bacon bits to the soup, stir well, and serve.

Pro Tips

Garnishes: Want to garnish your bowl of cheesy potato soup? Try adding some chopped parsley, chives, or green onions. A sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese doesn’t hurt either!

Serving a crowd? This is a great soup for a potluck or party! Make it as instructed and then keep it in your slow cooker on warm. Everyone can help themselves and it will keep warm for hours!

Leftovers: Keep leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for three to four days. If it thickens up when it’s chilled, add a splash of milk or water when you reheat it it.

I am all about a bowl of this potato soup during the winter. My family loves it, too – even the picky eaters! If you need a warm-up, you need to try it. It won’t disappoint – enjoy!

more Hearty Soup Recipes

Want more delicious soups everyone will love? Here are a few you should be sure to try!

• Cheeseburger Soup is like the best hamburger served up in soup form!
• Crock Pot Cream Cheese Ham and Potato Soup is an easy slow cooker recipe that’s loaded with flavor.
• Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana Recipe is just like Olive Garden but better because you can make it at home!
• Crock Pot Potato Soup is another way to satisfying your craving for potato soup. It’s so easy – you’ll love it!
• Comforting, from scratch French Onion Soup is a delicious recipe perfect for cold winter months. 
• Hamburger Macaroni Soup is a hearty soup that will fill you up, plus it’s quick and easy.
• Make this delicious, easy Ham Bone Soup! It’s loaded with navy beans, onion, carrot, celery and ham for a hearty dinner that will you fill you up.

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Cheesy Potato Soup

Full of potatoes, bacon and cheese! You are going to love this Cheesy Bacon Potato Soup recipe to warm up with.

Prep:25 minutes mins

Cook:20 minutes mins

Total:45 minutes mins

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Ingredients

• ▢ 8 cups yukon gold potatoes peeled and cubed into 1” pieces
• ▢ 1 yellow onion minced
• ▢ 2 cups carrots peeled and diced
• ▢ 12 cups hot water
• ▢ 12 chicken bouillon cubes
• ▢ 1 ½ cups butter
• ▢ 1 ½ cups flour
• ▢ 15 ounces jar Cheese Whiz
• ▢ 3 ounces Real Bacon Bits

Instructions

• Peel and chop the vegetables. Place potatoes, carrots and onion in a LARGE pot filled with water. Bring to a boil and cook until crisp tender, about 8 minutes. When they are done pour them into a strainer and drain water.
• In your large pot melt the butter over medium heat. When the butter has melted, add your flour. Whisk until it is a silky smooth mixture.
• Add your 12 cups hot water to butter mixture and whisk to combine. Then add the bullion cubes. Stir the mixture until it starts to thicken up and bullion cubes have dissolved about 5-10 minutes.
• When the soup has thickened add the jar of cheese whiz. Stir to incorporate. Add your cooked veggies and bacon pieces after the cheese has melted.

Tips

What potato is best for this soup?

• Russet potatoes will add starchiness and will help thicken it.
• Red potatoes have very low starch, so they really won’t change the texture of your soup or stew.
• Yukon gold potatoes are considered a great all-purpose potato. They will add a creamy texture and (often times!) if scrubbed well you might even get away with not peeling them. 

Nutrition Information

Calories: 536kcal (27%), Carbohydrates: 46g (15%), Protein: 13g (26%), Fat: 34g (52%), Saturated Fat: 20g (125%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 95mg (32%), Sodium: 1896mg (82%), Potassium: 902mg (26%), Fiber: 5g (21%), Sugar: 6g (7%), Vitamin A: 4509IU (90%), Vitamin C: 33mg (40%), Calcium: 180mg (18%), Iron: 2mg (11%)

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