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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup with Bacon

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A comforting and easy homemade soup featuring baked potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a creamy base. Perfect for cozy nights and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large Russet baked potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6–8 strips thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Chives or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bake 3 large Russet potatoes at 400°F for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool, peel, and dice into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Cook 6-8 strips of thick-cut bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pot.
  3. Add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter to the bacon fat. Once melted, sauté 1 medium chopped yellow onion over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour over onions and garlic, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes to cook out raw flour taste.
  6. Slowly whisk in 4 cups chicken broth, ensuring no lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add diced baked potatoes and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Optional: Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
  9. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup sour cream until cheese melts and soup is smooth.
  10. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  11. Ladle soup into bowls and top with chopped crispy bacon and sliced chives or green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep heat low after adding cheese to avoid curdling. If soup is too thick, add a splash of broth or milk to loosen. Crisp bacon separately to maintain texture. Baking potatoes develops better flavor and texture than boiling. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use coconut milk and coconut yogurt instead of cream and sour cream.

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