Description
Comforting Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy dish for chilly evenings. This creamy, hearty soup combines tender russet potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and flavorful seasonings to create a warm and satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings. Each bowl is a comforting hug in food form, making it an ideal choice for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft (5-7 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add diced potatoes and broth. Season with thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth or slightly chunky.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese; heat until cheese melts (about 5 minutes). Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot topped with crumbled turkey bacon and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg