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Potato, Green Bean & Bacon Soup – Dinner recipes

A hearty and comforting dinner recipes with creamy potatoes, crisp green beans, and smoky bacon. A perfect dish for cozy nights!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
  2. Add the butter to the pot, followed by the onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Stir in the diced potatoes and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  5. Add the green beans and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
  6. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, allowing the soup to gently simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the crispy bacon, reserving some for garnish.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and remaining bacon.

Notes

For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the green beans. For a lighter version, use milk instead of heavy cream.