delicious Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Raise your hand if you love potato soup that tastes like a fully-loaded baked potato! That would be my whole family. The kids beg me to make this, and when my husband comes home to this homemade potato soup recipe, he literally jumps for joy. We all love this warm, hearty, and comforting soup made of fresh and delicious ingredients.
Best Baked
Why would you buy a can of baked potato soup unless it’s for your emergency kit for summer or winter storms? You can make the best potato soup out of fresh ingredients. And it is SO easy! What’s in those cans anyway? It’s best not to think about it and instead focus on making this fresh and filling soup.
Ingredients
- Potatoes – Use Yukon gold potatoes for the best texture in this classic potato soup.
- Bacon – Because everything is better with bacon! Especially potato bacon soup.
- Yellow onion – For a pungent flavor.
- Garlic – Mince it yourself for the best taste.
- All-purpose flour – This will thicken your soup. And yes, you can use gluten-free!
- Chicken stock – Adds more taste to the broth rather than water.
- Milk and heavy cream – You’ll need both to achieve that creamy texture in this potato soup recipe.
- Loaded potato soup toppings – We love sour cream, shredded cheddar, chives, and extra bacon to throw on top.
Easy Potato Soup Recipe
With one pot and a bunch of simple ingredients you’ve probably already got handy in your home, you can make this easy potato soup. It’s delicious and wholesome, so make it tonight! If you have a slow cooker and prefer to make your potato soup in a crockpot, check out this crockpot potato soup recipe.
Haters gonna hate, potatoes gonna potate.
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How to Make Potato Soup from Scratch
When cooking loaded baked potato soup, start by cooking the bacon until crispy in a large soup pot. Set it aside, then add butter to the pot of bacon fat and cook the chopped onion until tender. Then add garlic and cook until fragrant. Next, sprinkle flour in and stir. Add the potatoes, broth, milk, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until it boils. When the potatoes are fork-tender, reduce to a simmer. Use your immersion blender to combine all ingredients, then let simmer for another 15 to 20 minutes. Serve your loaded potato soup with your favorite toppings!
Expert Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Baked
- Use the right potatoes: Yukon gold works best for a creamier texture.
- Cut the potatoes to the same size: This ensures they cook uniformly.
- Don’t discard the bacon fat: This adds wonderful flavor to the soup.
- Use gluten-free flour: Perfect for those who need to avoid gluten options.
Questions About
What is made of?
is made with potatoes, all-purpose flour, chicken stock, butter, onions, garlic, milk, and heavy cream.
Which potatoes are best for soup?
Yukon gold potatoes work best as they provide the right texture for a creamier soup rather than a gritty one.
Do you have to peel potatoes for soup?
Yes, peeling the potatoes is essential to maintain the desired texture for the soup.
Can you put raw potatoes in soup?
Yes, raw potatoes are added to the soup and will cook until tender.
Do you put half and half in ?
You can use half and half instead of heavy cream, but heavy cream makes the soup richer and more satisfying.
How to Cook This old-fashioned recipe is simple because it only requires one pot to prepare on your stovetop.
How do you make thicker?
Using flour is key. After cooking the bacon, butter, onion, and garlic, add flour to create a roux that thickens the soup.
Questions About
How to Fix Bland ?
The secret is in using onions, garlic, bacon, and chicken stock, providing a flavorful base right from the start.
How Can I Make Better?
Follow this recipe and include bacon, onion, and garlic to create a flavorful base.
What Goes with ?
Sandwiches pair perfectly with potato soup for a hearty lunch, or choose a light salad like spinach bacon salad to balance it out. This soup also works great as an appetizer to a steak dinner!
How to Store
Let the soup cool before storing it in airtight containers in the fridge, ideally within 2 hours.
How Long Does Last?
lasts about 3 to 4 days in the fridge; anything longer should be frozen.
Can You Freeze ?
Yes, though keep in mind that the cream may separate upon thawing.
How to Reheat ?
Thaw overnight in the fridge, then gently warm on the stove until hot enough. Fresh toppings are recommended for serving.
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