Loaded Potato Soup
A creamy, comforting bowl of Loaded Potato Soup packed with fluffy potatoes, savory cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfect for chilly evenings!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- to taste Salt Adjust as per preference
- to taste Pepper Adjust as per preference
- Chives for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until they’re translucent and fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender — about 15-20 minutes.
- Partially blend the soup for a mix of chunks and smoothness.
- Return to heat and stir in the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and sour cream.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon and fresh chives.
Notes
For a vegan option, use coconut cream and skip the cheese and bacon. Tips: Don’t overcook the potatoes; they should be tender but not mushy.