Loaded Potato Soup
Creamy loaded potato soup combines tender potatoes, rich cheese, and savory turkey bacon for a comforting, hearty meal. Easy to prepare and perfect for cozy nights or gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 large pot for cooking soup
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon crumbled
- 2 cups Colby cheese shredded
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup yellow onion diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 10 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup green onion diced
Instructions
- Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes to create a roux.
- Whisk in chicken broth and cream of chicken soup until smooth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add diced potatoes and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in crumbled turkey bacon, shredded cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with diced green onions.
Notes
- Use turkey bacon or substitute with regular bacon for extra flavor.
- Add extra cheese or green onions as garnish for customization.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on stovetop to prevent curdling.