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Cozy Loaded Baked Potato Soup

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A creamy, comforting loaded baked potato soup perfect for cold days, featuring classic baked potato flavors with cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  2. Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Remove pot from heat and puree soup using an immersion blender until smooth but still slightly chunky.
  6. Return pot to low heat. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until cheese melts and soup is smooth.
  7. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or cream to loosen. Avoid overblending to keep some texture. Cook onions low and slow for best flavor. Cook bacon separately to keep it crispy. Let soup cool slightly before blending to avoid splatters.

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