Recipe-72-Potato and Pancetta Soup
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Welcome! It's cold out and this delicious potato and pancetta soup is just the thing you need to get cozy. This easy-to-make soup made with traditional Italian ingredients will be sure to warm up a chilly day in no time. Filled with potatoes, pancetta, onion, garlic and a variety of herbs, it's both flavorful and comforting for those looking for something special in their bowl. Ready your taste buds - you're about to discover your new favorite winter meal!
Ingredients
- 3 potatoes, peeled, chopped
- 1/2 cup pancetta, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 onion, yellow, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
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4 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1-2 spring onions, chopped, optional, to garnish
Directions
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan and sauté the potatoes with the onions for 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and stir, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir and let the flavors combine for another minute.
- Add the milk and the broth. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, adding a bit of water if needed.
- Using a stick blender (or a regular blender) puree the soup until smooth.
- In a dry pan crisp the diced pancetta until golden brown, for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with the crispy pancetta and optionally add chopped spring onions to garnish.
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