Decadent Creamy Loaded Potato Soup Recipe
This creamy loaded potato soup is rich and decadent, perfect for a comforting meal. It features tender potatoes blended with cheese, bacon, and cream for a luxurious texture.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions and extra bacon bits for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the cubed potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and vegetable broth. Bring to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup until velvety smooth. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a countertop blender and blend until creamy, then return to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon. Mix until the cheese has melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in the sour cream until blended.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and additional bacon bits.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.