Loaded Potato Soup
This creamy Loaded Potato Soup combines tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and green onions in a comforting bowl perfect for any season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
- 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- Add butter to the pot along with the chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash some of the potatoes to achieve desired soup thickness.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook on low heat until cheese has melted and soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra richness, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or serve with crusty bread for dipping.