Description
Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy delight combines russet potatoes, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese for a rich and satisfying flavor. With its warm, hearty texture topped with fresh chives, this soup feels like a cozy hug in a bowl. Plus, it’s easy to whip up in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Enjoy every spoonful of this soul-soothing dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp chives or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add diced potatoes. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer until potatoes are fork-tender (approximately 15 minutes).
- Mash the potatoes slightly in the pot for a creamy texture while leaving some chunks.
- Stir in heavy cream gradually until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix in crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with chives or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg