Bacon, Leek and Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Bacon, Leek and Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 grams bacon; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped; 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 stick celery, sliced; 1 bunch leeks, sliced; 2 clove garlic, peeled and sliced; 5 large potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 1/2 liter stock, vegetable or chicken or beef; 250 ml fresh cream

Servings: persons

1
Preheat a large pan on high heat.
2
Fry bacon until crispy, remove from pan, dice and set aside.
3
In a large pot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
4
Followed by the onion, carrots, celery, leeks, garlic and mix together with a spoon.
5
Cook for around 10 minutes with the lid on, stirring every 2-3 minutes.
6
Until the carrots have softened, but are still holding their shape.
7
Now add, the bacon, (keep a few pieces for garnish) potatoes and the stock into the pot.
8
Stir the soup and bring to the boil.
9
Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
10
Ad the cream, bring it to the boil and simmer for a further 5 minutes.
11
Remove the pot from the heat.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Pulse until smooth using a hand blender or liquidizer.
14
Divide between your serving bowls and sprinkle the rest of the bacon on top.

1717

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

168

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 grams bacon, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped, 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced, and more.

Yes, Bacon, Leek and Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon, Leek and Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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