Description
Loaded Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days and gatherings. This rich and creamy soup features tender russet potatoes, savory bacon bits, and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with fresh chives for a burst of color and flavor. Each spoonful offers a delightful warmth that wraps you in nostalgia, making it a family favorite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite toppings, this dish is sure to bring smiles to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh chives or green onions
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash and peel the potatoes; cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Cook Potatoes: Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer and cook until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Blend: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth while leaving some lumps for texture.
- Add Cream: Stir in heavy cream on low heat until well combined.
- Top & Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with crispy bacon bits, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg