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Loaded Potato Soup

A bowl full of creamy loaded potato soup topped with melty cheddar cheese, crisp bacon and sliced green onions, with a spoon scooping out some of the soup
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This creamy loaded potato soup comes together quickly on the stove and is so rich and comforting. Top with plenty of cheese, bacon and green onion!

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces bacon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • Shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions, for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: In a large soup pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy and browned. Remove to a plate lined with paper towel and drain excess grease, leaving about 2 tablespoons of grease in the pot.
  2. Build the flavor base: Return the pot to medium heat and add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the onion and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until onion is soft and translucent. Add garlic and thyme and cook for an additional minute or so, until fragrant.
  3. Make the roux: Sprinkle over the flour and stir through, cooking for about a minute, until flour has turned light golden and no dry patches remain. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock and milk and season with another pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  4. Add the potatoes: Add the diced potatoes. Cook, stirring frequently, for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pot while you stir to prevent burning.
  5. Finish it up: Remove the pot from the heat. Using a potato masher or wooden spoon, mash the potatoes until they are well-incorporated and the soup is thick and creamy. Stir in the sour cream and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onion, and crumbled bacon.

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