Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potatoes

   Wash and peel the potatoes. Dice them into small cubes.

2. 2

   Cook the Aromatics

   In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Add Potatoes and Broth

   Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

4. 4

   Blend the Soup

   Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.

5. 5

   Stir in Cream and Cheese

   Return the blended soup to the pot, stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Heat gently until the cheese is melted.

6. 6

   Serve with Toppings

   Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, additional cheese, and chopped green onions.