Loaded Potato Soup
This loaded potato soup is ultra-creamy, cheesy, and filled with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sour cream, and cheddar. It’s the coziest comfort meal for cold nights or hearty family dinners!
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes peeled and cubed
- ½ tsp salt
- 8 oz bacon chopped
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ medium onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2½ cups whole milk
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Green onions to serve
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, 8–10 minutes. Drain.
- Cook bacon until crispy. Remove and reserve 1 Tbsp bacon grease.
- Sauté onions in butter and bacon grease. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Whisk in flour. Slowly add milk and broth, whisking constantly.
- Add potatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in sour cream, cheddar cheese, and half the bacon. Heat through.
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Notes
- Potato Pick: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes work best for creamy texture.
- Make It Thicker: Use a potato masher to partially mash the potatoes in the soup.
- Flavor Boost: Try adding a dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika for extra depth.
- Vegetarian Version: Skip the bacon and use vegetable broth—still delicious!