This rustic potato soup is the definition of comfort food. It features fluffy boiled potatoes mashed slightly for a creamy texture, combined with savory bacon grease and tender, sautéed kale. The dish balances the richness of heavy cream with the earthy depth of garlic and greens. ItâÂÂs perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a warming bowl of goodness. Simple ingredients come together to create a satisfying meal that feels homemade and hearty. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this soup is easy to prepare and deeply flavorful.
Potato Soup With Kale & Bacon
Description
This rustic potato soup is the definition of comfort food. It features fluffy boiled potatoes mashed slightly for a creamy texture, combined with savory bacon grease and tender, saut&# 195;©ed kale. The dish balances the richness of heavy cream with the earthy depth of garlic and greens. ItâÂÂs perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a warming bowl of goodness. Simple ingredients come together to create a satisfying meal that feels homemade and hearty. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this soup is easy to prepare and deeply flavorful.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel potatoes, place in a large pot, and cover with cold salted water.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.
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Drain potatoes, reserving the cooking liquid, and mash them until lumpy.
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Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp, then drain and chop. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
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Stem and chop the kale, and mince the garlic clove.
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In the skillet with reserved bacon fat, sauté half the kale and garlic until wilted, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a bowl. Repeat with remaining kale and garlic.
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Return all kale to the skillet, add heavy cream, and simmer over low heat until tender, about 10 minutes.
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Combine mashed potatoes with about 4 cups of reserved cooking liquid in a large pot. Add more liquid or water if the mixture is too thick.
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Add the kale and cream mixture to the potato pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped bacon and fresh chives.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 645.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 36.1g56%
- Saturated Fat 11.9g60%
- Cholesterol 39.2mg14%
- Sodium 1484.8mg62%
- Total Carbohydrate 41.6g14%
- Dietary Fiber 5.9g24%
- Sugars 2.2g
- Protein 36.8g74%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk or broth if the soup has thickened.
Substitutions: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use olive oil or butter for sautéing the kale. Add smoked paprika to mimic the smoky flavor.
Tip: If you prefer a smoother soup, blend a portion of the potatoes with their cooking liquid before combining with the kale.
