Description
Cozy up with creamy Outback Potato Soup, a hearty and comforting dish featuring tender potatoes, smoky plant-based turkey bacon, and luscious melted plant-based cheese. This recipe offers a rich, velvety texture and smoky depth that’s perfect for any season and easy to customize to your taste.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 4 cups starchy potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon (plant-based), sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnishes
- Chopped fresh herbs (such as chives or parsley)
- Extra crispy smoked turkey bacon (plant-based)
- Additional shredded plant-based cheese
Optional Variations
- Diced carrots or celery for extra heartiness
- Red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for spice
- Chopped kale or spinach for greens boost
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Begin by peeling and dicing the potatoes into uniform cubes for even cooking. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the smoked turkey bacon (plant-based) into bite-sized pieces to crisp up later.
- Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the smoked turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove it and set aside, leaving the flavorful drippings to build the soup’s base.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes. This releases the sweetness that complements the potatoes.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Pour in the diced potatoes and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, around 20 minutes.
- Blend and Add Cheese: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup gently, leaving some potato chunks for texture. Stir in the plant-based cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season and Thicken: Add apple cider vinegar (natural), salt, pepper, and the natural gelling agent to reach the desired thickness. Let it simmer a few more minutes to combine flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Return the crispy smoked turkey bacon (plant-based) to the pot or add it as a topping when serving. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs for brightness and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes for a naturally creamy texture without heavy cream.
- Don’t overblend; keep some potato chunks for a better texture.
- Add apple cider vinegar (natural) last to maintain its fresh tang.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon separately to keep it crispy and avoid sogginess.
- Adjust thickness gradually using the natural gelling agent to avoid over-thickening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potato soup, creamy soup, plant-based cheese soup, smoky potato soup, vegetarian soup, comforting soup, easy soup recipe
