Creamy Broccoli and Potato Soup with Bacon | Ready Chef

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 4 cups broccoli, roughly chopped
• 3 russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup half and half cream
• 1 cup parmesan, grated
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped