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The Method
1
Crisp the Bacon
8 minutes
Cook the bacon in a large pot until crisp. Remove the bits but keep the fat in the pot. This fat is where the deep flavor lives.
2
Sauté and Soften
5 minutes
Cook the onion in the bacon fat until translucent. Stir in the garlic for the last 60 seconds.
3
Boil and Mash
20 minutes
Add potatoes and broth. Boil until soft. Use a masher directly in the pot to crush half the potatoes—this thickens the soup naturally without needing a flour roux.
4
The Creamy Finish
Final Step
Lower the heat. Stir in the milk, cream cheese, and sour cream until perfectly smooth. Garnish heavily with cheese and bacon.
A Note on Self-Care: In the coming weeks, you may lose your appetite. High-protein, warm soups like this are easier for the body to process during the “fight or flight” stage of a sudden life transition.
