Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Description

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Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Ingredients

4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp chopped chives
Optional Toppings:

Extra cheddar cheese
Crumbled bacon
Diced red onion
Sour cream
Directions

Cook potatoes: Place diced potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Build the soup base: Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add the cooked potatoes and use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash some of the potatoes, leaving a few chunks for texture.

Add seasonings and sour cream: Stir in salt, pepper, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Simmer for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and soup is creamy.

Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, extra cheese, red onion, chives, and sour cream as desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 450 kcal per serving

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