Why you’ll love this Irish bacon and potato soup recipe
This is a recipe born out of a love for comfort food that requires minimal effort to transport you back to your roots. Our recipe uses our Irish back bacon, and the quick prep time makes it an easy recipe to whip up after a busy day.
How to serve Irish bacon and potato soup
This is the kind of soup that requires mopping up with some fresh, warm British and Irish-style bread. Bacon and potato soup makes a great starter or can be served as a meal on its own.
What are the best potatoes for bacon and potato soup?
We recommend using Idaho Russet potatoes in any Irish soup, as their high starch content makes them perfect for creating the creamy soup and velvety texture you’re looking for in this recipe.
What's the difference between Irish back bacon and American bacon?
While American bacon comes from the pork belly, Irish back bacon is cut from the loin, making it leaner, meatier, and more substantial. Each slice of Irish-style bacon - called a "rasher” - features a distinctive strip of fat along the edge that renders beautifully during cooking, adding rich flavour without the greasiness of traditional American bacon.
Unlike the thin, crispy strips Americans are familiar with (which are referred to as “streaky bacon” in the UK and Ireland) Irish rashers are thicker and cook to a satisfying, almost ham-like texture that holds up beautifully in traditional recipes like this Irish bacon and potato soup, as well as full Irish breakfasts, and Colcannon mash. The loin cut means you get more protein and less fat overall, while that signature fat "strap" provides just enough flavour to make every bite authentically Irish.
Where can I find Irish-style back bacon in the USA?
Right here! Our Jolly Posh back bacon is exactly the Irish bacon you’re looking for- shipped directly to your door across America. Whether you're recreating your grandmother's recipes or discovering Irish cuisine for the first time, our authentic Irish-style bacon, Irish pork sausages and breads will make all the difference.
