Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Serves: 6-8
This creamy, hearty loaded baked potato soup is pure comfort in a bowl. Thick and velvety with chunks of tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and all your favorite baked potato toppings, this restaurant-quality soup is surprisingly easy to make at home. Perfect for cold weather or any time you crave something warm and satisfying, it’s guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 8 slices bacon, chopped
- 6 large russet potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Toppings:
- Reserved crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- Extra black pepper
- Optional: chives, more bacon, croutons
Instructions
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