Description
Cozy up with a bowl of Comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup, the ultimate dish for chilly evenings. This creamy and hearty soup marries tender russet potatoes with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a sprinkle of green onions. Perfect as a main course or an appetizer, this delightful recipe is simple to prepare, making it suitable for cooks of all skill levels. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, this soup is sure to warm your heart and fill your belly. Whether you’re enjoying it on a quiet night in or serving it at a gathering with friends, Comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the perfect addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced potatoes and broth along with thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil; then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth or leave it slightly chunky if preferred.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and sour cream; cook over low heat until the cheese melts. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with crumbled bacon, extra cheese, and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg