Best 7 Loaded Potato Soup With Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in a comforting and hearty bowl of loaded potato soup, a classic dish elevated with a symphony of flavors. This soup is a delightful combination of tender potatoes, savory bacon, melted cheese, and a creamy broth infused with a medley of herbs and spices. As you savor each spoonful, the velvety texture of the potatoes and the smoky bacon bits dance on your palate, while the melted cheese stretches and oozes, adding a luscious richness to the experience. This loaded potato soup is not just a meal; it's a culinary journey that warms the soul and satisfies the senses.

The article features two irresistible variations of this classic soup: the classic loaded potato soup and a slow cooker version for added convenience. Both recipes are meticulously crafted to deliver the perfect balance of flavors and textures, ensuring a delightful experience with every bite. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure with this loaded potato soup extravaganza.

Let's cook with our recipes!

THE ULTIMATE POTATO SOUP RECIPE



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An easy and delicious creamy potato soup recipe that can be made in just one pot! Loaded with bacon and creamy potato goodness, this is a favorite comfort food in my household.

Provided by Sam Merritt

Categories     Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 strips (uncooked) bacon (cut into small pieces)
3 Tablespoons butter (unsalted or salted will work)
1 medium yellow onion (chopped (about 1.5 cup/200g))
3 large garlic cloves (minced)
⅓ cup all-purpose flour ((42g))
2 ½ lbs gold potatoes (peeled and diced into pieces no larger than 1" (this was about 6 Large potatoes for me/1.15kg))
4 cups chicken broth ((945ml))
2 cups milk ((475ml))
⅔ cup heavy cream ((155ml))
1 ½ teaspoon* salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
¼ - ½ teaspoon ancho chili powder**
⅔ cup sour cream ((160g))
Shredded cheddar cheese, chives, and additional sour cream and bacon for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Place bacon pieces in a large Dutch Oven or soup pot over medium heat and cook until bacon is crisp and browned.
  • Remove bacon pieces and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
  • Add butter and chopped onion and cook over medium heat until onions are tender (3-5 minutes).
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  • Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients in the pot and stir until smooth (use whisk if needed).
  • Add diced potatoes to the pot along with chicken broth, milk, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and ancho chili powder. Stir well.
  • Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork (about 10 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to simmer and remove approximately half*** of the soup to a blender (be careful, it will be hot!) and puree until smooth (half is about 5 cups of soup, but just eyeballing the amount will be fine. Alternatively you can use an immersion blender.).
  • Return the pureed soup to the pot and add sour cream and reserved bacon pieces, stir well.
  • Allow soup to simmer for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Top with additional sour cream, bacon, cheddar cheese, or chives. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 521 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Sodium 1326 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g

LOADED POTATO SOUP



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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

1 package (12 oz) bacon
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
6 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons)
2 lb baking potatoes, peeled, cubed
2/3 cup butter
3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (10 oz)
3/4 cup sliced green onions

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

FULLY LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



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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

4 large baking potatoes (Idaho or russet)
12 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups 2 percent low-fat milk, heated
5 ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces sour cream
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

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.

BACON AND POTATO SOUP



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A delicious winter warmer.

Provided by Kwollak

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 thick slices bacon
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped carrots
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth
4 cups cubed potatoes
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cook bacon until crisp in 3-quart saucepan, remove and drain well on paper towels. Discard bacon grease and wipe pan thoroughly with paper towel.
  • Meanwhile, prepare vegetables. Add olive oil to saucepan and add onion, carrot, and celery as they are cut up. Saute until onion is soft but not brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and pepper; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese, heating just until melted--do not boil. Chop bacon and add to soup. Adjust seasoning to taste by adding salt, if desired. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 35.7 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 812.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

FULLY-LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



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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

6 strips bacon
5 Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into eighths
½ cup butter
1 small sweet onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pint half-and-half
3 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dried parsley

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

LOADED POTATO SOUP I



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Thick, creamy, potato-y soup! Top with bacon bits and additional grated Cheddar cheese for a flavor explosion!

Provided by Claire

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Potato Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
8 cups milk
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place cubed potatoes into a glass dish, and cook in the microwave oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until soft.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually stir in the milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in the potatoes and onion, and cook for 5 more minutes. Stir in the sour cream and Cheddar cheese until melted and well blended. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 46.6 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 169.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

LOADED POTATO SOUP



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Easy recipe for creamy Loaded Potato Soup. Chunks of potatoes in a cheesy soup base with sour cream and bacon is pure comfort food!

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large potatoes (peeled and cubed)
½ tsp salt
8 oz bacon (bite-sized pieces)
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
½ med onion (finely chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup mild or sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
¾ cup sour cream
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
¼ tsp pepper (or to taste)
green onions (to serve)

Steps:

  • Place sliced potatoes into a stockpot and completely cover with 1" of water. Season with ½ tsp salt and cook 8-10 minutes or until potatoes pierce easily with a knife then drain.
  • Meanwhile, saute bacon in a dutch oven until crispy then transfer to a plate, reserving 1 Tbsp bacon grease in the pot.
  • Add 4 Tbsp butter and chopped onions then sautee until tender. Add garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.
  • Quickly whisk in the flour. Slowly add 2 1/2 cups milk and 2 1/2 cups broth, whisking constantly then bring to a soft boil.
  • Add drained potatoes and season soup with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper or season to taste.
  • Stir in 3/4 cup sour cream, 1 cup shredded cheddar, and half half of your cooked bacon (reserving the rest for serving). Bring to a boil then remove from heat and serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1632 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • For a thicker soup, use less broth or add more potatoes.
  • To make the soup ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.
  • To add even more flavor to the soup, try using different types of cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Gruyère. You can also add other ingredients, such as cooked bacon, sausage, or vegetables.
  • If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender to puree the soup. Just be sure to work in batches and be careful not to overfill the blender.

Conclusion:

Loaded potato soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it thick or thin, cheesy or not, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious soup, give loaded potato soup a try.

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