Loaded Baked Potato Soup
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Description
Loaded Baked Potato Soup features peeled and cubed russet potatoes simmered in a milk-based broth thickened with butter and flour, creating a silky texture. The addition of cooked diced bacon and shredded cheddar cheese adds savory depth, while green onions introduce freshness. Sour cream enriches the soup's creaminess, balancing flavors and giving a slight tang. The soup achieves a hearty consistency yet remains smooth enough to sip comfortably.
Preparing the bacon until crispy and using it as a garnish delivers a pleasing contrast of texture when served. The recipe’s cooking method involves making a roux with butter and flour, gradually whisking in milk before adding potatoes and onions. This ensures the soup thickens properly without lumps.
This soup can be served as a warm starter or a main course paired with simple bread. It is adaptable, as the thickness can be customized by adding more milk after cooking, accommodating personal preference.
Ingredients
- 4 lices Bacon diced
- 5 tablespoons butter unsalted
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 ½ cups milk or more, as needed
- 3 russet potato peeled and cubed
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- Heat a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside.
- Melt butter in the stockpot. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in potatoes and green onions. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper, to taste. If the soup is too thick, add more milk as needed until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onion, cheese and bacon, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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