Description
This Outback Potato Soup is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with all the best toppings. A restaurant-style favorite made simple at home—perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
Pinch cayenne (optional)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced thin (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly to form a roux. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and water until smooth.
Add diced potatoes, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth (or leave some chunks for a rustic texture).
Stir in heavy cream and sour cream until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Mix in half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Ladle soup into bowls, topping with bacon, extra cheddar, and green onions. Serve warm
Notes
For a chunkier texture, only blend part of the soup and leave some potato pieces whole.
Substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth.
Freeze for up to 3 months (blend again after thawing for smoothness).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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