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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup: Best Easy Recipe

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A rich, velvety soup made from roasted russet potatoes, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese. This comfort food classic offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and crunchy toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 4 stalks green onions, sliced
  • Sour cream, for serving
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce potatoes with a fork and roast on a baking sheet for 50-60 minutes until soft. Let cool.
  2. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving 2 tablespoons of fat in the pot.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Sauté diced onion in bacon fat for 5-7 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Peel roasted potatoes and chop the flesh. Add to the pot with chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree about three-quarters of the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and half of the cheddar cheese. Warm over low heat until cheese melts. Do not boil. Season with black pepper.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and top with reserved bacon, remaining cheese, green onions, and sour cream. Serve immediately.

Notes

Roasting the potatoes concentrates their flavor compared to boiling. Use fresh shredded cheese to ensure smooth melting. Taste before adding salt as bacon and cheese are naturally salty. For a vegetarian version, swap chicken broth for vegetable broth and omit bacon or use smoked paprika.

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