HEARTY BAKED POTATO SOUP

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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

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 pounds baking potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 13 cups)
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup half-and-half cream
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, crumbled cooked bacon and minced chives

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.

Rocky KGF KGF
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I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Md Shaein
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This is the best potato soup I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Kashif110 Chandio
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the bacon and cheese.


Md Bro
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Md Abdul Jolil
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I love that this soup can be made in a slow cooker. It's so easy to just throw everything in the pot and let it cook all day.


Md Robiul hossan
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This soup is delicious and very affordable to make. It's a great way to feed a large family on a budget.


G.star. Huzaifa
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Sarko Mhamad
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This soup is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to transport and everyone loves it.


Lucida Sidera
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This soup is a great base for adding your own favorite ingredients. I like to add some chopped bacon and cheddar cheese.


Santosh Karki
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I'm not a huge fan of potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's creamy, flavorful, and very satisfying.


Komal Chhetri
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This soup is so easy to make. I had it on the table in under an hour.


Alishba Ejaz
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky eater son ate two bowls!


Star Boy
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover baked potatoes. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Roshana Shah
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I love the creamy texture and rich flavor of this soup. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Umar Khalid
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This hearty baked potato soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and packed with flavor.