Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup. Each spoonful delivers a delightful blend of rich russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a warm embrace perfect for chilly evenings. This easy-to-make soup is not only satisfying but also customizable with your favorite toppings, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside while keeping the grease in the pot.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bacon grease until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or leave some chunks for texture).
- Stir in heavy cream and grated cheddar cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg