How to Make Cheesy Potato Soup from a Mix
By Walnut Creek Cheese & Market | Published: 2026-10-30
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to turn a simple soup mix into a creamy, flavorful bowl of cheesy potato soup with bacon. Step-by-step directions, tips, and product facts included.
Quick Answer
To make cheesy potato soup from a mix, combine the mix with water or milk, simmer for 10 minutes, and stir occasionally for a thick, creamy result.
Why Start with a Soup Mix?
A soup mix like Walnut Creek Cheese & Market's Cheesy Potato with Bacon gives you a consistent base without chopping or measuring. The smoky bacon flavor and cheddar cheese sauce are already blended in, so you just add liquid and heat.
The trade-off is that you control the richness by choosing water or milk. Water keeps it lighter, while milk makes it creamier. The mix itself contains no meat or meat broth, so it suits meatless diets even though it tastes like bacon.
Step-by-Step Directions
- Measure the Liquid: Pour 2½ cups of water or milk into a saucepan. For a richer soup, use milk. For a lighter version, use water. Using all water may result in a thinner soup; milk adds creaminess.
- Add the Soup Mix: Add ¾ cup of the soup mix to the liquid. Whisk thoroughly to prevent lumps before heating. Whisking at this stage avoids clumps — don't skip it.
- Simmer and Stir: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with a whisk. Stirring prevents the bottom from scorching. Don't walk away for the full 10 minutes.
- Serve and Adjust: Remove from heat. Ladle into bowls. Taste and add black pepper or shredded cheese if desired. The soup thickens as it cools, so serve right away for the intended consistency.
Product Used
- Soup Mix - Cheesy Potato with Bacon: This soup mix combines cheesy cheddar sauce with diced potatoes and vegetables, flavored with bacon. It has no meat or meat broth. You get a thick, creamy soup with smoky bacon taste in about 10 minutes, and it's suitable for those avoiding meat.
Soup Mix - Cheesy Potato with Bacon
