**Baking Potato Soup: A Warm and Comforting Classic**
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic baking potato soup, a dish that epitomizes comfort food. This hearty and satisfying soup showcases the humble potato, transformed into a creamy and flavorful centerpiece. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will warm your soul on a chilly day. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect baking potato soup, including variations such as a cheesy delight, a smoky bacon-infused version, and a vegan alternative that caters to dietary preferences. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this timeless classic, made even more special with a touch of your own culinary flair.
ALMOST-FAMOUS BAKED POTATO SOUP
For a place with a carb-forward name, Panera Bread sells a lot of soup: nearly 250 million cups per year. Broccoli Cheddar has been the chain's perennial best seller, and the creamy Baked Potato Soup has never been far behind. The company has taken the potato soup off most menus permanently, and although we're not sure why it disappeared, we have a fix: Our test kitchen chefs created this version you can make at home.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, scallion whites and a big pinch of salt to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft but not browned, about 8 minutes. Add the flour, celery seeds and white pepper; stir until combined.
- Add the potatoes, 3 1/2 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt to the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are tender but not falling apart, about 10 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and transfer 1/2 cup of the potatoes to a blender. Add the half-and-half, cream cheese and parmesan and blend until very smooth. Gently stir the mixture into the pot along with the scallion greens, hot sauce and half of the bacon. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat; season with salt.
- Divide the soup among bowls. Top with cheddar cheese, the remaining bacon and chives.
FAVORITE BAKED POTATO SOUP
My husband and I enjoyed a delicious baked potato soup at a restaurant while on vacation and I came home determined to duplicate the flavor. It took me five years to get the taste right! -Joann Goetz, Genoa, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Pierce potatoes several times with a fork; place on a baking sheet. Bake until tender, 65-75 minutes. Cool completely., Peel and cube potatoes. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in potatoes; heat through., Remove from heat; stir in sour cream and green onions. Top servings with cheese and bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 28g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 563mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
BAKED POTATO SOUP
I found our favorite soup in an unexpected place-a children's cookbook! This creamy comfort food is not only delicious but also scaled down to make a small amount that's perfect for my husband and me. -Linda Mumm, Davenport, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-in. cubes; place half in a blender. Add broth; cover and process until smooth. Pour into a saucepan. Stir in sour cream, pepper and remaining potatoes. Cook over low heat until heated through (do not boil). Garnish with cheese, bacon and onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 1061mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
FULLY LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
Craving comfort? Make Guy Fieri's easy fully-loaded baked potato soup from Guy's Big Bite, and top it with your favorite fixin's - bacon, cheese, sour cream and chives.
Provided by Guy Fieri
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the potatoes on a roasting tray and bake for 45 minutes. When done, the tip of a paring knife should go through the potatoes easily.
- Slice the bacon into lardons (thin strips) and cook in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add the flour to the drippings in the pot and stir to combine. Cook, without adding color, until the flour and fat has combined, about 1 minute. Pour in the milk while you whisk to incorporate. Cook over medium heat until bubbly and thickened, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
- Scoop out the potato pulp from the skins and add to the milk mixture. Mash with the back of a wooden spoon leaving it a little bit chunky.
- Add the cooked bacon (leaving a little out for garnishing the soup), 1 cup of the cheese, and season well with salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted. Remove from the heat.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, drizzle with sour cream (from a squeeze bottle), sprinkle with remaining bacon bits, grated cheese and chives.
BAKED POTATO SOUP I
Thick and creamy. Uses leftover baked potatoes.
Provided by Sherry Haupt
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- In a stock pot or Dutch oven, melt the margarine over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Mix in bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 747.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 49.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.6 g, Sodium 1335.2 mg, Sugar 15.8 g
LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
Everyone who has tried this soup loves it. It is a good soup for veggie haters. Baking the potatoes first gives them the perfect texture for this thick creamy soup. You won't be disappointed. I always serve this with crackers and top the soup with a bit more shredded Cheddar, crumbled bacon, and a dollop of sour cream.
Provided by xtal420
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap potatoes in aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool potatoes until easily handled and cut into cubes.
- Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and crumble.
- Combine milk, cream, sour cream, processed cheese, and Cheddar cheese in a large pot over medium heat; cook, stirring frequently, until cheeses are melted, about 10 minutes. Add potatoes and bacon to milk mixture and simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until potatoes begin to dissolve into soup, about 20 minutes; season with onion salt and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 93.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 817.3 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
LOADED POTATO SOUP
A rich broth. Baked potato toppings. Indulgent spoonfuls. What more could you want in a Loaded Potato Soup? This soup is a time-tested recipe that helps you put comfort food on the table in just 40 minutes total. Once your potato soup is thick and bubbly, top it with bacon, cheese and green onions for a restaurant-worthy meal right at your kitchen table.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 6 to 7 minutes or until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Cook onion in bacon drippings over medium-high heat 6 minutes or until almost tender.
- In 6-quart Dutch oven, mix onion, broth and potatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are very tender.
- Meanwhile, in same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour with whisk until smooth. Cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually stir in 2 cups of the milk. Pour milk mixture into potato mixture. Add remaining 2 cups milk, the salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with whisk, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in ham, half of the bacon, the sour cream, 2 cups of the cheese and 1/2 cup of the green onions. Cook until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Evenly top individual servings with remaining bacon, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/4 cup green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 863 mg
BAKED POTATO SOUP
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Wash the potatoes and prick them several times with a fork. Wrap them individually in foil and bake until they are soft when squeezed, about 1 hour (see Cook's Note). Let the potatoes cool slightly.
- While the potatoes bake, cook the bacon in a small skillet, in a microwave or on an indoor grill until crisp. Drain the bacon on paper towels and, when cool enough to handle, crumble into small pieces. Set aside.
- In a large heavy saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the flour, stirring constantly for 1 minute until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick and bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes. Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop the flesh into the thickened milk mixture. Add the Cheddar, salt, pepper, green onions and reserved bacon. Cook over low heat just until heated through, then stir in the sour cream. Garnish with shredded Cheddar, crumbled bacon and chopped green onions and serve with more sour cream on the side.
BAKED POTATO SOUP
If we're being honest, a baked potato isn't really about the potato. It's about the toppings: plush sour cream, butter, cheese, salty bacon, bright scallions. This soup version doesn't skimp on those extras: The potatoes simmer in milk with garlic and scallions until just tender, then they join sour cream and Cheddar in the pot before the toppings - including potato skins - are added. It's potatoey, creamy and adaptable. Make it smooth or textured, skip the bacon and serve it with a side salad (though it's plenty hearty all on its own).
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the bacon (if using) until crisp, 12 to 13 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper-towel lined plate or cutting board. Return the pot with just 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat to the stove. (If there's not enough fat, supplement with butter to total 3 tablespoons.) If making the soup vegetarian, melt butter in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Over medium-low heat, sauté the white parts of the scallions and the garlic until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently and adjusting the heat as necessary to avoid burning the garlic. Add the potatoes, milk and 2 teaspoons salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat (resist the urge to heat it faster as this can lead to curdling). Once at a boil, lower the heat and simmer covered until the potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
- As soup simmers, prepare the potato skins: Warm the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Working in batches if needed, add the potato peels in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until crisp and golden-brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate or cutting board, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, cayenne and garlic powder. Crumble and set aside.
- Once the potatoes are tender, take the pot off the heat, and purée the mixture with an immersion blender if you'd like a smooth soup. (Mash with a potato masher if you'd like a chunkier soup.) Stir in the sour cream and cheese until combined, then season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with crumbled bacon, more sour cream and Cheddar and the green parts of the scallions. Top with potato peels (eat any extra as chips, dipped in ketchup and mustard).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 774, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 27 grams, Sodium 1664 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams, TransFat 1 gram
BAKED POTATO SOUP V
The last recipe you'll ever have to get for Baked Potato Soup. It's thick soup and could be served with just a salad. Everyone in the family will love this one.
Provided by TLNATION
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes Cream of Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prick potatoes with a fork and cook in the microwave, 3 or 4 at a time, and scoop out the flesh (while the others are cooking).
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook about a minute. Whisk in milk, a little at a time, stirring constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes, salt, pepper, 1/3 cup bacon bits, 2 tablespoons green onions and most of the cheese. Cook until thoroughly heated. Stir in sour cream and heat through. Serve topped with remaining bacon, onions and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 721.7 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
BAKING POTATO SOUP
A soup that can be eaten as a meal. Serve topped with cheddar cheese, green onion and cooked, crumbled bacon.
Provided by AWE
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a pot with water to cover. Bring to a boil, introduce butter, salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until potatoes are tender, 10 to 20 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, prepare gravy mix. Bring 3 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Combine the remaining cup of water with the gravy mix and stir to dissolve. Stir into boiling water.
- Drain potatoes and add to boiling gravy mix. Continue to boil 5 minutes more, adding water to thin if desired. Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 488.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
EASY BAKED POTATO SOUP
I came up with this comforting soup when I was crunched for time and wanted to use up leftover baked potatoes. Since then, it has become a mealtime staple. Its wonderful aroma always gets cheers from my husband when he arrives home from work. -Julie Smithouser, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel and dice the baked potatoes; set aside. In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1-1/2 teaspoons drippings., Add the soups, milk, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, pepper, Liquid Smoke if desired and reserved potatoes to the drippings. , Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Stir in sour cream; cook for 1-2 minutes or until heated through (do not boil). Garnish with cheddar cheese and bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
BAKED POTATO SOUP
The first time I ever tried Baked Potato Soup was at a restaurant called "Pargos" and it was absolutely wonderful. So I searched for the recipe and found it online at cookingcache.com, and make my own little additions and subtractions. No one would EVER know this is low fat. I want more...
Provided by Apple Girl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bake your potatoes well, either in the microwave or oven, doesn't matter.
- Let them cool slightly.
- Scoop out the insides and either toss the peel or put it aside to make something with it later.
- Add flour and about 1/4 the chicken broth (slowly added) to a medium saucepan whisking till blended, while heating.
- Add potato, pepper, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat stirring and mashing constantly. It should be thick and bubbly.
- Add cheese stirring until cheese melts and combines with the rest of the ingredients.
- Use soup spoon to add a little more chicken broth if it needs thickening.
- Remove from heat.
- Pour into bowl and garnish with a spoonful of fat free sour cream in the center topped with bacon bits, chives, and cheddar if desired.
CHICKEN AND POTATO CASSEROLE
This is a chicken and potato casserole recipe I made up and may still need tweaking. It only takes a few ingredients and is super easy to make.
Provided by kimw37
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat the bottom of a large baking dish with olive oil.
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until halfway cooked, about 10 minutes. Drain and place in the prepared baking dish.
- Combine corn, condensed soup, chicken, milk, sour cream, and melted butter in a large bowl; stir to combine. Pour mixture on top of potatoes and spread evenly across the baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, discard aluminum foil, and sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top of the casserole. Bake until melted, another 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 741.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
BAKED POTATO SOUP
Make and share this Baked Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h47m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bake potatoes at 350 degrees for 65-75 minutes or until tender; cool completely.
- Peel and cube potatoes.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Gradually add milk.
- Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Remove from the heat; whisk in sour cream.
- Add potatoes and green onions; mix well.
- Ladle into serving bowls; top with bacon and cheddar cheese.
- Enjoy.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-shredded cheese and pre-cut vegetables.
- If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender to puree the soup. Just be careful not to overfill the blender and blend in batches if necessary.
- For a thinner soup, add more broth or milk. For a thicker soup, add less broth or milk or blend less.
- Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
- Garnish the soup with chopped chives, crumbled bacon, or shredded cheese before serving.
Conclusion:
Baking potato soup is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover baked potatoes. This recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you have a few leftover baked potatoes, give this soup a try.
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