Description
A creamy and hearty loaded potato soup that is perfect for any occasion, packed with flavor and topped with your favorite garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large 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 cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Use a potato masher to mash some of the potatoes for a creamy texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with bacon and green onions.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with milk or a non-dairy alternative.
- Feel free to add other toppings like sour cream or additional cheese.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg