Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Baked Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. potatoes, scrubbed, baked, then peeled; 2 onions, cut into chunks; 7 c. chicken broth; 3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped into pieces; 2 tsp. parsley flakes; 4 whole cloves; 5 whole peppercorns; dash of thyme; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 lb. Velveeta cheese; 3/4 c. cream; salt to taste

Servings: persons

3 lb. potatoes, scrubbed, baked, then peeled
2 onions, cut into chunks
7 c. chicken broth
3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped into pieces
2 tsp. parsley flakes
4 whole cloves
5 whole peppercorns
dash of thyme
2 Tbsp. butter
1 lb. Velveeta cheese
3/4 c. cream
salt to taste

1
Cube potatoes into small chunks.
2
Place in large pot along with broth, bacon, onions, parsley, cloves and peppercorns.
3
Cook for 1 hour or more until broth is cooked down and thickened adequately.
4
Some of the potato chunks can be removed, mashed and returned to pot, if desired.
5
Add the milk, butter and sour cream mixture and stir well.
6
Cook until warm and of desired thickness. Salt to taste.
7
Add cream to entire pot before serving.
8
Remove peppercorns and cloves.
9
Garnish with grated cheese, bacon bits and green onion tops (sliced thin).

1798

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

176

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. potatoes, scrubbed, baked, then peeled, 2 onions, cut into chunks, 7 c. chicken broth, 3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped into pieces, and more.

Yes, Baked Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Potato Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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