Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy Loaded Potato Soup. Packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of sour cream, this soup is sure to warm you up on a cold day.
Ingredients
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Bacon:
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon (chopped)
Onion and Garlic Mixture:
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Roux:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Broth and Potatoes:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
Creamy Base:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Garnish:
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Cook diced onion until softened. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Make Roux: Add butter, then flour to make a roux.
- Add Broth and Potatoes: Whisk in chicken broth, add diced potatoes, and simmer until tender.
- Finish Soup: Mash some potatoes, then add cream, cheddar, and sour cream. Season and heat through.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, top with bacon, green onions, and extra toppings if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream or add more cheese.
- Yukon gold potatoes can be used for a buttery texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
