Description
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for chilly nights. This hearty soup blends tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese to create a rich flavor that warms the soul. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Enjoy each spoonful of this velvety delight and savor the joy it brings to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, keeping the fat in the pot.
- Sauté onion and garlic in the bacon fat until soft.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Blend half of the soup with an immersion blender for creaminess while leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Crumble reserved bacon into the soup.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Customize toppings by adding ingredients like sour cream or jalapeños for extra flavor. For a vegetarian version, substitute bacon with smoked paprika and use vegetable broth.