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McAlister’s Potato Soup Recipe

McAlister’s Potato Soup Recipe

Warm up with this McAlister’s Potato Soup Recipe, just like the deli’s comforting version. Creamy potatoes, smoky bacon, melted cheese, and fresh chives make it family-friendly, cozy, and budget-friendly. Perfect for weeknight dinners or anytime you crave a hearty, homestyle soup that tastes just like McAlister’s. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and all in one pot!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ pound bacon for cooking and topping
  • 1 medium onion finely choppep
  • 2 celery stalks finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 –5 cups chicken stock about 1 quart, enough to cover potatoes
  • 5 –6 medium potatoes peeled and diced (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping
  • Chopped chives for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the Bacon: Fry ½ pound bacon in a large pot until crispy; remove and set aside, leaving 3–4 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add 1 chopped onion, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 2 minced garlic cloves to the bacon grease; cook 5–7 minutes until onions are soft.
  3. Make the Roux: Add 2 tablespoons butter to the pot; once melted, whisk in 2 tablespoons flour and cook 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Add Potatoes and Stock: Add 5–6 peeled and diced potatoes, pour in 4–5 cups chicken stock until potatoes are covered, bring to a boil, then simmer 15–20 minutes until tender.
  5. Blend for Creamy Texture: Blend about half the soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender; return to pot and stir.
  6. Add Cream and Season: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and warm over low heat; season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve and Top: Ladle soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped chives.