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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe with Crispy Bacon Easy and Best

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A rich and creamy baked potato soup loaded with tender potatoes, sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, and a touch of green onion for freshness. Perfect for cozy nights and quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6–8 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese (optional)
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Place bacon slices in a cold large pot or Dutch oven. Turn heat to medium and cook, turning occasionally, until crispy (about 10 minutes). Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pot.
  2. Add butter to the bacon fat, then toss in the chopped onion. Cook over medium heat until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in diced russet potatoes, then pour in chicken broth. Raise heat to bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Add a splash of broth or water if soup is too thick.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and sour cream or cream cheese if using. Heat gently without boiling to avoid curdling.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, letting it melt into the soup. Stir gently until smooth and creamy.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls. Top with crumbled crispy bacon, remaining cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper on top if desired.

Notes

Use russet potatoes for the best texture. Cook bacon slowly over medium heat for perfect crispness. Add cheese off heat or on low to prevent graininess. Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling. For chunkier soup, skip blending; for smoother, pulse with immersion blender carefully.

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