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Creamy Loaded Potato Soup

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A quick and easy creamy loaded potato soup with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh chives, perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6 strips bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups (960ml) chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 cup (240ml) half-and-half or whole milk (dairy-free milk optional)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 1 cup (100g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh chives, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add butter to the bacon fat in the pot. Once melted, add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Using an immersion blender, blend about half of the soup directly in the pot until smooth but still chunky. Alternatively, carefully transfer half the soup in batches to a regular blender, blend, then return to the pot.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in half-and-half and sour cream. Warm through gently for about 5 minutes without boiling to avoid curdling.
  6. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and half the cooked bacon until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with remaining bacon and chopped fresh chives.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or milk to reach desired consistency. Blend only half the soup to keep a creamy yet chunky texture. Add dairy off heat or on low to prevent curdling. Taste and adjust seasoning as you go.

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