Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our tantalizing Loaded Baked Potato Soup recipe collection. This hearty and delectable soup is brimming with classic flavors and topped with a medley of your favorite baked potato toppings. Dive into a creamy broth brimming with tender potatoes, savory bacon, melted cheese, and a hint of garlic and onion. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every spoonful. Explore variations of this classic soup, from a creamy Crock-Pot version to a lightened-up rendition with Greek yogurt. Whichever recipe you choose, you're in for a culinary delight that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
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LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
The only thing that beats the comforting flavor of this thick and hearty loaded baked potato soup is possibly the idea that it simmers on its own all day in a slow cooker. -Barbara Bleigh, Colonial Heights, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 6h35m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour. Gradually stir in 1 cup water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Add the broth, potatoes, potato flakes, bacon, pepper, salt, basil, thyme and remaining water. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cream; heat through. Garnish with cheese and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SLOW COOKER LOADED POTATO SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: potato, onion, chicken broth, salt, pepper, butter, flour, heavy cream, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon, scallion
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Add the potatoes, onions, chicken broth, salt and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Set it to low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
- In a saucepan, combine the butter, flour, heavy cream and sour cream. Whisk until thickened.
- When the slow cooker is done, pour in the thickened mix. Stir, cover and set the slow cooker to low for another 30 minutes.
- Serve with shredded cheese, bacon and chopped scallions.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 863 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 10 grams
LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
All the flavors of a loaded baked potato comes together in this comforting soup!
Provided by Chungah Rhee
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside. Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in potatoes and green onions. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Stir in cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper, to taste. If the soup is too thick, add more milk as needed until desired consistency is reached. Serve immediately, garnished with green onion, cheese and bacon, if desired.
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
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.
FULLY-LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
The thickest and most delicious potato soup ever. I created this soup after having a similar soup at a restaurant. Incredible comfort food with ease! It's a very simple recipe to adjust to your taste. My family always asks for this soup in the winter. Garnish with chives, bacon crumbles, and Cheddar cheese.
Provided by Kristine Skaggs Frisone
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove from skillet and crumble. Reserve drippings.
- Place potatoes in a pot; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in bacon crumbles, reserved bacon drippings, flour, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat; add the boiled potatoes, half-and-half, and chicken broth. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add sour cream and 1 cup Cheddar cheese; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Garnish soup with remaining Cheddar cheese and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 146.9 mg, Fat 51.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 30.6 g, Sodium 2029.8 mg, Sugar 2 g
HEARTY BAKED POTATO SOUP
I got this recipe from my aunt, a great cook. Topped with bacon, cheese and chives, this soup tastes just like a loaded baked potato! My husband and I love to hunker down with bowls of it on chilly nights. - Molly Seidel, Edgewood, NM
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 6h25m
Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place first seven ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are very tender, 6-8 hours., Mash potatoes slightly to break up and thicken soup. Add 1 cup cheese, cream and chives; heat through, stirring until blended. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
Tips:
- For a creamier soup, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- To make the soup spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few drops of hot sauce.
- If you don't have any bacon on hand, you can use crumbled sausage or ground beef instead.
- To save time, you can use a pre-shredded cheese blend.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives for a finishing touch.
Conclusion:
This loaded baked potato soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a hearty and delicious soup, give this recipe a try.
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