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outback steakhouse potato soup recipe

Outback Steakhouse Potato Soup Recipe

5 from 1 vote
This creamy and comforting potato soup is a cozy copycat of the Outback Steakhouse favorite; complete with bacon, cheddar, and that warm, savory depth you crave on chilly nights or whenever you need comfort in a bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Easy Dinner ideas, Healthy Soup, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups diced potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sour cream optional (for topping)

Equipment

  • Large pot (heavy-bottomed)
  • Ladle
  • Potato masher or immersion blender (optional, for thickening)
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, reserving some of the bacon fat.
  2. Add butter to the pot, then sauté onions until soft. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
  3. Add diced potatoes to the pot and sprinkle in flour. Stir to coat everything evenly.
  4. Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Use a potato masher or immersion blender to partially blend the soup to your desired texture.
  6. Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring often.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle into bowls and top with crispy bacon, green onions, more cheese, and a dollop of sour cream if you like.

Notes

This soup stores beautifully and tastes even better the next day. It freezes well too; just leave out the toppings and add them fresh when reheating.
outback steakhouse potato soup recipe