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Comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
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5.2 from 8 reviews

This Comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a warm, creamy dish perfect for chilly days. Made with tender russet potatoes, savory broth, sharp cheddar cheese, and topped with crispy bacon and green onions, it delivers classic baked potato flavors in a hearty soup form. Rich, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this soup is ideal for a comforting meal any time of year.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Toppings

  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Seasonings

  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions and garlic: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Cook potatoes with broth and seasonings: Add diced potatoes to the pot along with chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  3. Blend the soup: Once potatoes are tender, use an immersion blender to achieve a smooth or slightly chunky texture as preferred. Alternatively, carefully transfer soup in batches to a stand blender and blend until smooth.
  4. Add dairy ingredients: Stir in heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Continue cooking over low heat until cheese fully melts and soup is heated through, around 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Serve with toppings: Ladle soup into serving bowls. Top each portion with crumbled bacon, additional shredded cheese, and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Use vegetable broth and omit bacon for a vegetarian version.
  • Reserve some potato chunks before blending to add texture to the soup.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
  • For a dairy-free alternative, substitute heavy cream and sour cream with coconut cream or cashew cream, and use dairy-free cheese.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: baked potato soup, loaded potato soup, creamy potato soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, cheesy potato soup

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