Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

Loaded potato soup is a hearty and comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly days. Here’s a delicious recipe to make loaded potato soup:Ingredients:

• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: sliced green onions, additional shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped chives

Instructions:

1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.
2. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced potatoes to the pot, along with the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
4. Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash or blend the potatoes until you reach your desired consistency. For a chunkier soup, leave some potato pieces intact.
5. Stir in the whole milk or heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
6. Add the sour cream to the soup and stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. If the soup is too thick, you can thin it out with additional chicken broth or milk until you reach your desired consistency.
8. Ladle the loaded potato soup into bowls and garnish with the crispy bacon pieces, sliced green onions, additional shredded cheese, and chopped chives, if desired.
9. Serve the loaded potato soup hot, accompanied by crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful loaded potato soup as a satisfying meal on its own or as a starter to your favorite dinner!