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Creamy Stovetop Loaded Baked Potato Soup

A creamy bowl of loaded baked potato soup topped generously with shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and fresh green onions.
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Make this hearty, creamy loaded baked potato soup on the stovetop. It includes all the classic toppings like bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions for a satisfying comfort meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, plus more for topping
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for topping

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
  5. Add the cubed potatoes, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup until you reach your desired creaminess. Leave some chunks for texture.
  7. Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Return the pot to low heat and warm through, but do not boil.
  8. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese and the sour cream until fully melted and combined.
  9. Serve the soup hot. Top each bowl with crumbled bacon, extra cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.

Notes

  • For extra thick potato soup, mash a few of the cooked potato pieces against the side of the pot before adding the dairy.
  • You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth if you prefer a vegetarian base, though you will need to omit the bacon or use a vegetarian bacon substitute.
  • Cook the bacon separately until crisp. Reserve some for topping and set aside.

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