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Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup to Warm Your Soul

This comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup combines creamy heavy cream, tender potatoes, and rich cheese for a warm, tasty experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Diced russet potatoes Yukon Gold can be used for extra flavor
  • 6 cups Broth (chicken or vegetable) Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 large Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or evaporated milk
  • 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese Other cheese varieties can be swapped
  • ½ cup Sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
For Toppings and Flavor
  • 1 cup Bacon Crispy bits for topping; turkey bacon or smoked almonds for alternatives
  • ¼ cup Green onions Chopped, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing onions; butter can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Fresh thyme works well too
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Add liquid smoke for more flavor

Equipment

  • large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Stir in diced russet potatoes, broth, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and sour cream; heat gently until cheese melts.
  7. Serve the soup in bowls topped with crispy bacon, extra cheese, and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For an ultra-creamy texture, blend some potatoes more thoroughly. Ensure potatoes are not waxy for best results.

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