Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a creamy and hearty dish that brings together all the flavors of a classic loaded baked potato—cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, and chives—into a comforting soup.
Ingredients
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- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 3 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon:
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy.
- Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Leave the bacon drippings in the pot.
- Prepare the Base:
- Add the butter to the pot with the bacon drippings and melt over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour to form a roux, cooking for about 1 minute until lightly browned.
- Add Milk:
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Potatoes and Green Onions:
- Stir in the cubed potatoes and half of the sliced green onions.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Incorporate Cheese and Sour Cream:
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until fully melted and combined.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the crispy bacon bits and the remaining green onions.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a thicker consistency, you can mash some of the potatoes in the pot using a potato masher.
- Feel free to add additional toppings like extra cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or chopped chives.
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