Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Loaded Baked Potato Soup, a delightful dish that brings together the comforting flavors of a baked potato in a warm bowl. This hearty soup features tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all blended into a rich and velvety base. Topped with dollops of sour cream and fresh chives, this soup is the perfect remedy for chilly evenings or a crowd-pleasing addition to any gathering. Its easy preparation allows you to whip up this deliciousness in under an hour. Gather your family and friends for a cozy night in with this ultimate comfort food that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup sour cream for topping
- ¼ cup fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil diced potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and leave grease.
- Sauté onion in bacon grease for about 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add cooked potatoes back into the pot with chicken broth; simmer for 10 minutes. Mash some potatoes gently for texture.
- Stir in heavy cream and reserved bacon, then gradually mix in shredded cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm topped with sour cream and fresh chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 423
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 69mg