Cajun Potato Soup: A Comforting, Flavorful Twist with Turkey Bacon
A creamy and hearty Cajun potato soup that incorporates turkey bacon for a flavorful twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 cup diced turkey bacon
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add the potatoes, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a thicker consistency.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional turkey bacon if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Add more or less Cajun seasoning depending on your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg