Description
Hearty loaded baked potato soup combines creamy comfort with classic potato goodness. Home cooks will savor rich flavors and simple ingredients that bring warmth to family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Garnish and Seasoning:
- 1 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast potatoes at 400°F for 45-60 minutes until fully tender, then allow to cool completely before peeling and dicing into uniform cubes.
- Render bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy and golden, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the rendered fat.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic in the bacon drippings until translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and milk into the pot, then add potato cubes, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Gently mash some potatoes against the pot’s side using a wooden spoon to create a thicker, creamier consistency without completely breaking down the potato chunks.
- Incorporate sour cream and shredded cheese, stirring until smoothly integrated, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Continue simmering for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors and ensure proper temperature.
- Ladle soup into serving bowls, garnishing with crumbled bacon, thinly sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of extra cheese on top.
Notes
- Customize the soup’s thickness by adjusting the amount of potato mashing, creating a perfectly creamy or chunky texture that suits your preference.
- Swap regular bacon for turkey bacon or tempeh bacon to make the soup lighter or vegetarian-friendly, maintaining the rich, smoky flavor profile.
- Enhance nutrition by adding roasted cauliflower or using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, which boosts protein and reduces overall fat content without compromising taste.
- Prepare potatoes ahead of time and store in the refrigerator to streamline the cooking process, making this comforting soup a quick weeknight meal option.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg