Ultimate Creamy Pioneer Gravy Potato Soup
A rich and cozy pioneer-style potato soup with tender potatoes, savory gravy depth, and a creamy texture that delivers pure comfort in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Shredded cheddar cheese (optional topping)
- Chopped green onions or parsley (optional topping)
- Extra cooked bacon pieces (optional topping)
- Sour cream (optional topping)
Instructions
- Cook diced bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy.
- Remove bacon and set aside, leaving about 2 tablespoons of fat in the pot.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened.
- Stir in diced potatoes and pour in chicken broth.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Whisk flour and milk together until smooth.
- Slowly stir milk mixture into the soup and simmer until thickened.
- Blend about one-third of the soup for a creamy texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and reserved bacon.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat gently for a few minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and add desired toppings.
Notes
Blend only part of the soup to keep it hearty. Add cream at the end for the best texture.