Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Baked Potato Soup. This creamy, hearty dish combines tender potatoes, rich cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions, delivering all the deliciousness of a fully loaded baked potato in a warm bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a satisfying meal any day of the week, this soup is easy to make and will delight your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and crumble after draining excess grease.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onion until softened. Stir in garlic.
- Add flour to create a roux; cook for two minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk; bring to a simmer.
- Add potatoes, salt, and pepper; cover and cook until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and green onions; heat through without boiling.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg