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Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Baked Potato Soup Recipe
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5.3 from 18 reviews

This creamy baked potato soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly days. Made with tender chunks of baked russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and rich cheddar cheese, this soup delivers classic flavors with a smooth, velvety texture. It’s easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings like green onions and extra cheese.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 4 large pre-baked russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped green onions
  • Extra shredded cheddar cheese
  • Crispy bacon pieces

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the chopped yellow onion to the bacon fat and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add potatoes and broth: Stir in the chopped baked potatoes and pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Blend the soup: Using an immersion blender, partially blend the soup to create a creamy texture while still leaving some chunks of potato for texture. Alternatively, blend half of the soup in a blender and return to the pot.
  5. Stir in dairy: Reduce heat to low and mix in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Stir until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve and garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy bacon pieces, extra cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions as desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute turkey bacon or omit bacon for a vegetarian version and use vegetable broth.
  • For a thicker soup, use less broth or simmer longer to reduce it.
  • This soup freezes well, but toppings should be added fresh after thawing.
  • Using pre-baked potatoes saves cooking time and adds a roasted flavor.

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