Instant Pot Potato Soup
Servings: 8 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup white onion diced
- 2 tablespoons garlic cloves minced
- 32 ounces low sodium vegetable broth
- 6 baby gold potatoes peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- First, turn the Instant Pot to saute and add the uncooked bacon to the pot. Cook until it reaches the desired crispness, then remove from the pot. Turn off the pot and drain any excess grease.8 slices bacon
- Next, turn the Instant Pot back to saute, then add the butter, onion, and garlic. Saute for 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft. Turn off the saute function.2 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ cup white onion, 2 tablespoons garlic cloves
- Then, add the cooked bacon, broth, potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir the ingredients to combine.32 ounces low sodium vegetable broth, 6 baby gold potatoes, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Afterwards, close the lid and make sure the valve is turned to “sealing.” Set the Instant Pot to manual pressure/pressure cook high for 10 minutes. While the soup cooks, whisk together the heavy cream and flour. Set aside.1 cup heavy cream, ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Last, after the 10 minutes, complete a quick release. Remove the lid, and set the Instant Pot back to saute. Carefully add the heavy cream mixture and shredded cheese while stirring. Continue to stir until the soup thickens (about 3-4 minutes). Top with additional bacon, cheese, and green onions. Serve immediately.½ cup sharp cheddar cheese
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a 1-cup serving size. Additionally, the calorie count does not include any garnishments, like extra bacon or cheddar cheese. The potato soup with bacon can be stored in your fridge for up to 3-days in a sealed container.
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Potato Soup
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
397
% Daily Value*
Fat
25
g
38
%
Saturated Fat
13
g
65
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Cholesterol
63
mg
21
%
Sodium
686
mg
29
%
Potassium
778
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
35
g
12
%
Fiber
4
g
16
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
851
IU
17
%
Vitamin C
33
mg
40
%
Calcium
98
mg
10
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
