Best 12 Best Loaded Potato Soup Recipes

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In the realm of comfort food, few dishes surpass the heartwarming appeal of a loaded potato soup. This culinary delight, with its velvety smooth texture, rich and savory flavor, and abundance of hearty ingredients, is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you're seeking a cozy meal to ward off the winter chill or a satisfying dish to elevate your weeknight dinner, this loaded potato soup recipe guide will lead you to culinary bliss. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



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Everyone who has tried this soup loves it. It is a good soup for veggie haters. Baking the potatoes first gives them the perfect texture for this thick creamy soup. You won't be disappointed. I always serve this with crackers and top the soup with a bit more shredded Cheddar, crumbled bacon, and a dollop of sour cream.

Provided by xtal420

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 large red potatoes
1 (12 ounce) package bacon
½ gallon milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon onion salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap potatoes in aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool potatoes until easily handled and cut into cubes.
  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and crumble.
  • Combine milk, cream, sour cream, processed cheese, and Cheddar cheese in a large pot over medium heat; cook, stirring frequently, until cheeses are melted, about 10 minutes. Add potatoes and bacon to milk mixture and simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until potatoes begin to dissolve into soup, about 20 minutes; season with onion salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 93.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 817.3 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

LOADED POTATO SOUP I



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Thick, creamy, potato-y soup! Top with bacon bits and additional grated Cheddar cheese for a flavor explosion!

Provided by Claire

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Potato Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
8 cups milk
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place cubed potatoes into a glass dish, and cook in the microwave oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until soft.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually stir in the milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in the potatoes and onion, and cook for 5 more minutes. Stir in the sour cream and Cheddar cheese until melted and well blended. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 46.6 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 169.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

LOADED POTATO SOUP



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A rich broth. Baked potato toppings. Indulgent spoonfuls. What more could you want in a Loaded Potato Soup? This soup is a time-tested recipe that helps you put comfort food on the table in just 40 minutes total. Once your potato soup is thick and bubbly, top it with bacon, cheese and green onions for a restaurant-worthy meal right at your kitchen table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (12 oz) bacon
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
6 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons)
2 lb baking potatoes, peeled, cubed
2/3 cup butter
3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (10 oz)
3/4 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 6 to 7 minutes or until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Cook onion in bacon drippings over medium-high heat 6 minutes or until almost tender.
  • In 6-quart Dutch oven, mix onion, broth and potatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are very tender.
  • Meanwhile, in same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour with whisk until smooth. Cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually stir in 2 cups of the milk. Pour milk mixture into potato mixture. Add remaining 2 cups milk, the salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with whisk, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
  • Stir in ham, half of the bacon, the sour cream, 2 cups of the cheese and 1/2 cup of the green onions. Cook until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Evenly top individual servings with remaining bacon, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/4 cup green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 863 mg

FULLY LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



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Craving comfort? Make Guy Fieri's easy fully-loaded baked potato soup from Guy's Big Bite, and top it with your favorite fixin's - bacon, cheese, sour cream and chives.

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large baking potatoes (Idaho or russet)
12 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups 2 percent low-fat milk, heated
5 ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces sour cream
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the potatoes on a roasting tray and bake for 45 minutes. When done, the tip of a paring knife should go through the potatoes easily.
  • Slice the bacon into lardons (thin strips) and cook in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
  • Add the flour to the drippings in the pot and stir to combine. Cook, without adding color, until the flour and fat has combined, about 1 minute. Pour in the milk while you whisk to incorporate. Cook over medium heat until bubbly and thickened, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
  • Scoop out the potato pulp from the skins and add to the milk mixture. Mash with the back of a wooden spoon leaving it a little bit chunky.
  • Add the cooked bacon (leaving a little out for garnishing the soup), 1 cup of the cheese, and season well with salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted. Remove from the heat.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls, drizzle with sour cream (from a squeeze bottle), sprinkle with remaining bacon bits, grated cheese and chives.

BEST EVER POTATO SOUP



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You'll be surprised at the taste of this rich and cheesy easy potato soup. It really is the best potato soup recipe, ever. I came up with it after enjoying baked potato soup at one of our favorite restaurants. I added bacon, and we think that makes it even better. -Coleen Morrissey, Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 bacon strips, diced
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 small carrot, grated
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% milk
8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; drain drippings. Add vegetables, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes., Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SLOW COOKER LOADED POTATO SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: potato, onion, chicken broth, salt, pepper, butter, flour, heavy cream, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon, scallion

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups potato, peeled and chopped
¾ cup onion
4 cups chicken broth
½ tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon pepper
4 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¼ cup sour cream
shredded cheese, to taste
bacon, to taste
scallion, chopped

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes, onions, chicken broth, salt and pepper to the slow cooker.
  • Set it to low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
  • In a saucepan, combine the butter, flour, heavy cream and sour cream. Whisk until thickened.
  • When the slow cooker is done, pour in the thickened mix. Stir, cover and set the slow cooker to low for another 30 minutes.
  • Serve with shredded cheese, bacon and chopped scallions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 863 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 10 grams

EASIEST-EVER LOADED POTATO SOUP



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This hearty bowl of creamy potato soup is made rich with crisp bacon and cheese - ready in 15 minutes, it's perfect for lunch.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 package (24 oz) refrigerated country-style mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
3 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled (1/4 cup)
Sliced green onions, if desired

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, mix milk, salt, pep- per and potatoes, breaking up potatoes with whisk or wooden spoon. Heat to boiling over high heat; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 4 minutes, stirring frequently with whisk, until thoroughly heated. Remove from heat; stir in 2/3 cup of the cheese.
  • Top individual servings with remaining 1/3 cup cheese and the bacon; garnish with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg

THE BEST BAKED POTATO SOUP EVER!



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This really is the best baked potato soup I have ever tasted. I've had this recipe for quite a while now and I thought it was time to share with you guys!

Provided by Jeanette G

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 medium potatoes (about 2 cups chopped)
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced white onion
2 tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup instant mashed potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1 cup heavy whipping cream or 1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 chopped green onion (green part only)

Steps:

  • Wash potatoes thoroughly and microwave until tender.
  • If you would like you can always bake in a 400 degree oven for one hour or until done.
  • As the potatoes are cooling, melt your butter in a large saucepan and saute your onions until light brown.
  • Add in your flour to make a roux.
  • Add in your chicken broth, water, cornstarch, instant mashed potatoes and spices and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce your heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Take your cooled potatoes and peel off the skin and chop up into desired pieces.
  • Add in your chopped up potatoes and the heavy whipping cream to your soup and bring it back to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until it is thick.
  • Garnish with cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions.
  • ENJOY!

LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



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The only thing that beats the comforting flavor of this thick and hearty loaded baked potato soup is possibly the idea that it simmers on its own all day in a slow cooker. -Barbara Bleigh, Colonial Heights, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large onions, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups water, divided
4 cups chicken broth
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1-1/2 cups mashed potato flakes
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour. Gradually stir in 1 cup water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Add the broth, potatoes, potato flakes, bacon, pepper, salt, basil, thyme and remaining water. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cream; heat through. Garnish with cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

LOADED POTATO SOUP



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Easy recipe for creamy Loaded Potato Soup. Chunks of potatoes in a cheesy soup base with sour cream and bacon is pure comfort food!

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large potatoes (peeled and cubed)
½ tsp salt
8 oz bacon (bite-sized pieces)
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
½ med onion (finely chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup mild or sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
¾ cup sour cream
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
¼ tsp pepper (or to taste)
green onions (to serve)

Steps:

  • Place sliced potatoes into a stockpot and completely cover with 1" of water. Season with ½ tsp salt and cook 8-10 minutes or until potatoes pierce easily with a knife then drain.
  • Meanwhile, saute bacon in a dutch oven until crispy then transfer to a plate, reserving 1 Tbsp bacon grease in the pot.
  • Add 4 Tbsp butter and chopped onions then sautee until tender. Add garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.
  • Quickly whisk in the flour. Slowly add 2 1/2 cups milk and 2 1/2 cups broth, whisking constantly then bring to a soft boil.
  • Add drained potatoes and season soup with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper or season to taste.
  • Stir in 3/4 cup sour cream, 1 cup shredded cheddar, and half half of your cooked bacon (reserving the rest for serving). Bring to a boil then remove from heat and serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1632 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COPYCAT LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE LOADED POTATO SOUP



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Categories     Copycat

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups mik
16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (mild)
1/2 cup instant pot flakes
2 large russet potatoes, diced and peeled
Salt
Pepper
Bacon Bits
Extra Cheddar
Green Onions, diced

Steps:

  • 1. Over medium-high heat, melt butter in a 3 quart sauce pan. 2. Stir in flour and cook until flour has blended with butter. 3. Add chicken broth and stir constantly until mixture starts to thicken. 4. Add in milk and heat until it starts to simmer, stirring the whole time. 5. Stir in shredded cheese until smooth. 6. Add in potato flakes. 7. Add in LOTS of salt and pepper to taste - it really depends on taste, but I used 2 teaspoons of salt and 2 teaspoons of pepper. Start with a little and go up as you need! 8. Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth, or pour in batches into a blender. 9. At this point, bring your soup to a light boil and add in your diced potatoes. 10. Stir constantly but allow potatoes to cook until they are al dente. You want to make sure you keep stirring so the soup doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot. 11. Alternatively, you can boil the diced potatoes in a separate pot until al dente and add to soup right before serving. 12. Serve soup immediately with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 61 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 21 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 708 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

THE ULTIMATE LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



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Make and share this The Ultimate Loaded Baked Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TheFabChef

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon
1 large yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons flour
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
salt and pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for garnish)
1 cup sour cream (plus more for garnish)
4 scallions, sliced

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon in the bottom of a large dutch oven or heavy bottomed pot.
  • Once the bacon is done, remove and set a side (chopp for garnish once it cools).
  • Add the onion and garlic to the bacon fat left in the pot and sautee until the onions are translucent (medium-low heat so that the garlic does not burn).
  • Wisk the flour into the onions and garlic mixture while in the pot and cook for an additional few minutes to cook out the flour.
  • Slowly wisk in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream.
  • Add in the potatoes. Bring it to a boil then reduce to a low heat and cook until the potatos are tender.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and blend everything together with a hand blender (or you can blend it in batches in a regular blender).
  • Turn off the heat (makes sure the heat is off or the sour cream will curdle) and add the cheddar cheese and sour cream and mix it all together.
  • Serve topped with the chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced scallions.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Try using a combination of russet potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, and red potatoes.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is what makes loaded potato soup so rich and creamy. Use a good quality cheddar cheese that melts well.
  • Add your favorite toppings. There are endless possibilities when it comes to toppings for loaded potato soup. Some popular options include bacon, crumbled sausage, diced tomatoes, green onions, and sour cream.
  • Make it ahead of time. Loaded potato soup is a great make-ahead meal. Simply prepare the soup according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat the soup gently. When you're ready to serve the soup, reheat it gently over low heat, stirring occasionally. This will help prevent the soup from scorching.

Conclusion:

Loaded potato soup is a hearty, comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and endless topping possibilities, loaded potato soup is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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