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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe with Bacon and Cheddar

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A rich and comforting soup featuring baked russet potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a creamy broth, perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes, baked and cubed
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped green onions or chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and prick russet potatoes with a fork. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender. Cool, peel, and cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Cook bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, crumble, and reserve 1-2 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle flour over onion mixture and stir constantly for 2 minutes to make a roux.
  5. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and whole milk, ensuring no lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add cubed baked potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until soup thickens and potatoes soften.
  7. Lower heat to medium-low. Gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Fold in sour cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Stir in half the crumbled bacon. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with remaining bacon and chopped green onions or chives. Serve immediately.

Notes

Bake potatoes instead of boiling for better flavor and texture. Use sharp cheddar for best melt and flavor. Cook bacon crisp but not burnt. Stir gently after adding cheese to avoid curdling. Adjust salt carefully due to bacon and broth. If soup is too thick, add milk or broth to loosen. Soup can be made ahead and reheated gently.

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