Description
A cozy family favorite that comes together in about 30 minutes. This delicious Loaded Potato Soup is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the onion in a large pot over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth with an immersion blender or gently mash the potatoes for a chunkier texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream, half of the cheddar cheese, sour cream, and crumbled bacon. Heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with remaining cheddar cheese and sprinkled with chives or green onions.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or buttery rolls for dipping. This soup is freezer-friendly; store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg