Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy, loaded potato soup! Each spoonful offers a rich blend of velvety potatoes, crispy bacon, and savory cheese, making it the perfect dish for chilly nights or cozy gatherings. Topped with sour cream and fresh chives, this hearty soup will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

Scale

4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Salt and pepper to taste
Sour cream for garnish
Fresh chives, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Peel and dice the russet potatoes into one-inch pieces. Finely chop the onion.
In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (6-8 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels.
In the bacon grease, sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Blend the soup until smooth but slightly chunky if desired.
Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve topped with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and fresh chives alongside crusty bread or salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding garlic while sautéing the onions. Customize your toppings by adding avocado or different herbs like rosemary. To enhance creaminess without losing texture, blend half of the soup before mixing it back.