Loaded Potato Soup
A creamy and hearty loaded potato soup topped with cheese, bacon, and green onions, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (4) medium russet potatoes
- (1) medium onion
- (2 cloves) garlic
- (4 cups) chicken broth
- (1 cup) heavy cream
- (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese
- (1/2 cups) cooked bacon, crumbled
- (1/4 cups) green onions, chopped
- (1 teaspoon) salt
- (1/2 teaspoons) black pepper
- (1/2 teaspoons) paprika
- (2 tablespoons) olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Peel and dice the 4 medium russet potatoes into small cubes.
- 2
Chop 1 medium onion and mince 2 cloves garlic.
- 3
In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the diced potatoes, 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- 6
Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash or blend the soup to your desired consistency (smooth or chunky).
- 7
Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and heat through for another 5 minutes.
- 8
Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- 9
Serve the soup hot, garnished with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
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