Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Loaded Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, chopped; 2 medium yellow onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons flour; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 3 pounds russet potatoes, chopped; 1 cup sour cream; 3 cups shredded cheddar; 4 scallions, sliced, for garnish

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon, chopped
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3 pounds russet potatoes, chopped
1 cup sour cream
3 cups shredded cheddar
4 scallions, sliced, for garnish

1
Set a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2
Add the bacon and cook until crispy, 6 to 8 minutes; remove to a plate.
3
When cool, crumble and set aside for garnish.
4
Add the onions and garlic to the pot, and cook in the rendered bacon grease until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
5
Add the flour and some salt and pepper, and stir until combined.
6
Cook for 3 minutes, so the raw flour taste cooks out.
7
Add the chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to remove any flour lumps.
8
Add the potatoes and cook over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes.
9
With a potato masher, break up the cooked potatoesthis will yield a thick and chunky consistency.
10
Whisk in sour cream and then the shredded cheddar; let it melt through.
11
Serve garnished with crispy crumbled bacon and sliced scallions.

1622

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, chopped, 2 medium yellow onions, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 3 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Loaded 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.

Loaded Potato Soup

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