Absolutely Ultimate Potato Soup

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Place bacon in a Dutch oven and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon pieces on paper towels. Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the bacon grease.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Cook celery and onion in the reserved bacon drippings until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add cubed potatoes, and toss to coat. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes. Return bacon to the pan, and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Meanwhile, melt butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream, tarragon, and cilantro.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Bring cream mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add cream mixture to the potato mixture; stir to combine.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Transfer about 1/2 of the soup to a blender and purée. Return to the Dutch oven. Adjust seasonings to taste.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Serve hot and enjoy!'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

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