Description
A rich and creamy baked potato soup loaded with toppings, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and sour cream until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon and green onions.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit bacon.
- Can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg