Loaded Baked Potato Soup
This creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup captures all the flavors of your favorite loaded baked potato in a comforting and hearty soup. Topped with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions, it’s the perfect cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 large russet potatoes, baked
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bake the potatoes until soft. Let cool slightly, then scoop out the insides, reserving the skins for another use.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the scooped-out potato flesh to the pot. Mash some of the potatoes with a potato masher or the back of a spoon to thicken the soup.
- Stir in the milk and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat through, but do not boil.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to blend a portion of the soup before adding the toppings. You can also add a dollop of extra sour cream on top for added richness.
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