Description
Creamy loaded baked potato soup delivers comfort in a bowl with hearty potatoes and classic toppings. Rich flavors blend seamlessly, ensuring you savor each spoonful of this classic American comfort dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast whole potatoes in a 400°F oven for 45-50 minutes until easily pierced with a fork, then carefully remove skins and gently crush into chunks.
- In a heavy-bottomed stockpot, melt butter over medium-low heat and sauté minced garlic until aromatic and golden, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour into the butter-garlic mixture, whisking continuously to create a smooth, pale roux without browning.
- Gradually pour chicken broth and milk into the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps and ensure a silky texture.
- Incorporate potato chunks into the liquid base, allowing the soup to simmer gently for 10-12 minutes until it thickens and develops a creamy consistency.
- Remove from heat and fold in sour cream and shredded cheese, stirring until completely integrated and velvety.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Ladle soup into warm bowls and top with crispy bacon bits, additional cheese, and finely chopped green onions for a vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Choose starchy russet potatoes for the creamiest, most authentic potato soup texture that melts perfectly in the broth.
- Gently mash potatoes instead of completely pureeing to maintain some chunky potato pieces for a more rustic, hearty feel.
- For a lighter version, swap whole milk with low-fat milk and use turkey bacon as a healthier protein alternative.
- use vegan cheese and coconut bacon for plant-based diets, or add Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 368 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg