Ultimate Loaded Potato Soup
Ultimate Loaded Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, offering a creamy blend of russet potatoes, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese in every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make soup provides warmth and satisfaction, making it an ideal dish for family dinners or casual get-togethers. With its rich flavors and customizable toppings, you’ll be left craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add diced potatoes and simmer until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in half of the bacon bits and most of the cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnishing with remaining bacon bits, cheese, and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg