Here’s a rich, creamy, and hearty Loaded Baked Potato Soup recipe 🥔🧀🥓—comfort food in a bowl!
🥔 Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped green onions, extra bacon, shredded cheese
Instructions:
- Cook bacon
In a large pot, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving some bacon fat in the pot. - Sauté onion
Add onion to the bacon fat and sauté until soft. - Cook potatoes
Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender. - Mash and blend
Mash some of the potatoes in the pot for a thicker, creamier texture. You can also use an immersion blender for a smoother soup. - Add dairy & cheese
Stir in milk or cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Heat gently until cheese melts. Adjust salt and pepper. - Serve
Top with cooked bacon, green onions, extra cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
✨ Tips:
- For extra creaminess, use half-and-half or heavy cream.
- Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, or chives for extra flavor.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat milk and skip some bacon.
I can also give you a slow-cooker version that cooks the potatoes and soup hands-free for 4–5 hours—perfect for busy days 😄
Do you want me to do that?
