Fully loaded baked potato soup –Are you ready to dive into a bowl of comfort that’s so creamy and dreamy, it might just whisk you away to potato paradise? Loaded Baked Potato Soup is here, and it’s ready to warm your soul and your taste buds. Grab your spoons, folks; it’s about to get delicious!
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Picture this: it’s a chilly evening, and you’re snuggled up on the couch, wrapped in your favorite blanket. The only thing that could make this moment better? A giant bowl of loaded baked potato soup! This recipe is not only super easy, but it also packs all the yum of a loaded baked potato into a cozy soup form. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Bacon bits (for that extra oomph!)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, toss in the chopped onions and sauté until they’re translucent and fragrant – about 5 minutes.
- Next, sprinkle in the flour, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and bubbly. It should look like a lovely roux – fancy, right?
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking to keep it nice and lump-free. Add those diced potatoes and bring the whole shebang to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender – about 15-20 minutes. You can totally use this time to daydream about all the toppings you’ll put on!
- After the potatoes are tender, it’s time for the creamy goodness. Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Keep stirring until the cheese is melted into a glorious, velvety soup.
- Serve hot in bowls, topped with green onions and crispy bacon bits. Your taste buds are going to throw a party!
And there you have it – the perfect loaded baked potato soup that will make you the culinary hero of the week! So what are you waiting for? Get cooking and enjoy every spoonful of this hearty goodness!