Description
Loaded Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms you from the inside out. This creamy, hearty soup features tender chunks of Russet potatoes mingled with crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese, all simmered in a rich, velvety broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Easy to whip up in under an hour, you can customize your bowl with a variety of toppings like sour cream, fresh herbs, or extra cheese for a personalized touch. Get ready to indulge in a deliciously satisfying experience that’s like a cozy hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes; dice them into small cubes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside while leaving some drippings in the pot.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the bacon drippings until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then stir in heavy cream.
- Return cooked bacon to the pot and mix in cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg