Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Enjoy the comforting flavors of a loaded baked potato in a creamy, satisfying soup. This recipe combines tender potatoes, savory bacon, cheddar cheese, and all your favorite toppings for a delicious and hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 medium russet potatoes, baked and cooled slightly
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
- 1/2 cup sour cream, plus more for topping
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for topping
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bake the potatoes until soft. Let them cool slightly, then scoop out the flesh, reserving the skins for another use (or discard).
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
- Add the milk and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the scooped-out potato flesh and cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra creamy soup, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup before adding the toppings. You can also add a dash of hot sauce for a little kick.
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