Outback Potato Soup: Perfect for Cozy Nights!
A warm and hearty potato soup inspired by Outback Steakhouse, perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chives.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit bacon.
- Can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg