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Creamy Outback-Style Potato Soup

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A hearty and creamy potato soup inspired by the popular Outback dish, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 large russet or golden potatoes Diced
  • 8 slices bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • 2.5 cups chicken stock Or chicken broth
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 0.75 cups cheddar cheese Plus more for topping, optional
  • 0.75 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 0.33 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup green onion Diced
  • 0.5 medium sweet yellow onion Diced, optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by dicing the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Boil them in water until tender, then set them aside for later.
  2. In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, diced onions, salt, pepper, and fresh water. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
Making the Roux
  1. In a separate saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in 1/3 cup of flour until a smooth paste forms. Allow the roux to cook for a couple of minutes to eliminate any raw flour taste.
Thickening the Soup
  1. Slowly incorporate the roux into your simmering broth, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
  2. Pour in approximately 3/4 cup of heavy cream while stirring gently.
Final Steps
  1. Let your soup simmer for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Once thickened, gently stir in the diced potatoes.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat gently on the stove with added liquid if necessary.
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