German Potato Soup with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy, Comforting Recipe
A warm and hearty German Potato Soup made with turkey bacon for a lighter twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until browned.
- Stir in the potatoes, broth, and thyme. Bring to a boil and then let simmer until the potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture.
- Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon.
- Try adding different herbs or vegetables based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: German Potato Soup, Comfort Food