Description
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Loaded Baked Potato Soup. This rich and creamy soup is packed with all your favorite baked potato toppings, making it a perfect meal for chilly days.
Ingredients
6 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 cup onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
5 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups half-and-half
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Additional shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon drippings in the pot.
Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the diced potatoes and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Stir in the half-and-half, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Cook until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with crispy bacon, chopped green onions, and additional shredded cheddar cheese.
Notes
This Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining the flavors of a loaded baked potato in a rich and creamy soup. Perfect for cozy dinners, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.