Description
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This creamy soup features tender russet potatoes, aromatic vegetables, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a rich and satisfying meal. It’s easy to whip up in just an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy it as a cozy dinner or serve it as a delightful appetizer that will impress your guests. Plus, this dish is easily customizable with toppings like crispy bacon, sour cream, and fresh chives, allowing you to elevate each bowl to your taste. Warm up with this delicious soup that wraps you in warmth and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Olive oil
- Chopped fresh chives
- Fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and chopped celery for about 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cover the pot; cook for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Lightly mash some of the potatoes in the pot; stir in milk, cream, and half of the cheddar until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper; simmer for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
- Serve warm topped with remaining cheese and chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg