Best 12 Loaded Baked Potato Chowder Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day? Look no further than loaded baked potato chowder! This creamy and cheesy soup is packed with all the classic flavors of a loaded baked potato, including tender potatoes, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and sour cream. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a comforting dish to serve at a special gathering, loaded baked potato chowder is sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and let's get started!

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LOADED BAKED POTATO CHOWDER



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Fully loaded baked potato chowder with the creamiest, cheesy soup base. Packed full of little red potatoes, bacon, onion, carrots and corn to make it extra hearty. Don't forget to top it with chives!

Provided by Tara Moore

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 lb bacon, cut in half
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp flour
3 c chicken broth + extra
24 oz petite red potatoes, quartered
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 c frozen corn
1/2 c half and half
4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 c sour cream
1/2 scant tsp salt, (only if needed)
pepper
chives

Steps:

  • Heat a soup pot over medium heat
  • Cut the bacon in half and cook it in the soup pot, drain out on to a paper towel and wipe out the excess bacon fat, but leaving any stuck on bacon bits
  • Chop up the bacon into small bits
  • Add the olive oil, onion and garlic to the pot, saute for 3-5 minutes
  • Mix in 2 tbsp flour, stirring for 1 minute
  • Pour in the chicken broth, let it come to a boil
  • Add the potatoes, bacon, carrots and corn
  • Cover and simmer on med/low 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender (add an extra splash of chicken broth if the liquid gets too low)
  • Turn the heat off
  • Add the half and half, sharp cheddar cheese and sour cream, stirring well in between each addition
  • Serve and top with chives
  • Add salt to taste if needed

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 70 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 26 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1301 grams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams unsaturated fat

PAMPERED CHEF LOADED BAKED POTATO CHOWDER



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This is a quick and simple recipe for potato chowder. I threw in 2 cups of fresh garden broccoli into the chowder instead of serving it as a topping. The recipe tells you how to make it using Pampered Chef products, but I boiled my potatoes on the stove and heated the cream cheese and milk mixture on the stove after combining. I didn't use the microwave. I thought it needed a little something extra for flavor, and I added regular onions, garlic, and cayenne pepper to the ingredients listed below, but you decide. I also used a handful of green onions instead of 2 or 3. If you're cooking for someone who is picky about ingredients, this is the recipe for you. Recipe is posted as if you have the Pampered Chef kitchen gadgets, but keep in mind they're not required for this recipe.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 8 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 baking potatoes, large (about 2 1/2 pounds)
3 1/2 cups milk, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter
2 -3 green onions (with tops)
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground
bacon, chopped and cooked
sour cream
broccoli floret, steamed

Steps:

  • Slice potatoes in half lengthwise with Santoku Knife.
  • Place in Deep Covered Baker.
  • Pour 1/2 cup of the milk over the potatoes.
  • Microwave, covered on high for 11 minutes. Remove baker from microwave.
  • Move center potatoes to ends of baker and outer potatoes to center.
  • Cover and microwave on high 8 to 11 minutes or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  • Remove baker from microwave and coarsely mash potatoes with Mix 'N Chop.
  • Meanwhile, whisk cream cheese until smooth in Classic Batter Bowl.
  • Slowly add remaining 3 cups milk, whisking until smooth.
  • Add cream cheese mixture and butter to baker.
  • Microwave, covered, on high 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture is hot.
  • Slice green onions with Chef's Knife.
  • Carefully remove baker from microwave.
  • Grate cheddar cheese over chowder using Rotary Grater.
  • Add green onions, salt, and black pepper and mix using Small Mix 'N Scraper until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with bacon, sour cream, and broccoli, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.3, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 70.8, Sodium 866.8, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 11.9

LOADED BAKED POTATO CHOWDER



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Thick and satisfying, there's nothing like a hearty chowder to warm up the family.

Yield 8 cups (2 L) 6 servings of about 1 1/3 cups (325 mL)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large baking potatoes (about 2 1/2 lb/1.1 kg)
3 1/2 cups (875 mL) milk, divided
4 oz (125 g) cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp (30 mL) butter
2-3 green onions with tops (1/4 cup/50 mL sliced)
4 oz (125 g) sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) salt
1/2 tsp (2 mL) coarsely ground black pepper
Optional toppings such as chopped cooked bacon, sour cream or steamed broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Slice potatoes in half lengthwise with Santoku Knife; place in Deep Covered Baker. Pour 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the milk over potatoes. Microwave, covered, on HIGH 11 minutes. Remove baker from microwave. Move center potatoes to ends of baker and outer potatoes to center. Cover; microwave on HIGH 8-11 minutes or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork. Remove baker from microwave. Coarsely mash potatoes with Mix 'N Chop.Meanwhile, whisk cream cheese until smooth in Classic Batter Bowl. Slowly add remaining 3 cups (750 mL) milk, whisking until smooth. Add cream cheese mixture and butter to baker. Microwave, covered, on HIGH 3-5 minutes or until mixture is hot. Slice green onions with Chef's Knife.Carefully remove baker from microwave. Grate cheddar cheese over chowder using Rotary Grater; add green onions, salt and black pepper and mix using Small Mix 'N Scraper® until cheese is melted. Serve with toppings, if desired.

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LOADED BAKED POTATO CHOWDER



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This Loaded Baked Potato Chowder is the ultimate Fall food. Loaded with crispy bacon, perfectly soft potatoes and of course, all the cheese, there is seriously nothing better than a big bowl of this on a chilly evening!

Provided by Haylie

Categories     chowder     Main Course     Soup

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 oz pack of bacon
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp all purpose flour
32 oz chicken broth
3 lbs russet potatoes, chopped into bite size pieces
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
1.5 cups half and half
1/2 tsp salt (add more if needed!)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper powder
1/4 tsp cracked pepper
chopped green onions for garnish

Steps:

  • Begin by prepping the ingredients. Dice onion into bite size pieces. Mince the garlic. Wash and chop the potatoes into bite size pieces. Shred the cheddar cheese and dice the green onions. Finally, dice bacon into bite size pieces.
  • Add a splash of oil into a large stock pot and let it get warm on medium heat. Once the pot is hot, add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure it doesn't burn. You might have to do it in batches!
  • Once the bacon is crispy, remove it onto a paper towel lined plate. If there is an abundance of bacon grease, remove some of that as well. Leave some for flavor!
  • To the pot, add in the chopped onion and a pinch of salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add in the flour and stir until it coats the veggies and cook for 1 minute. Add in the other spices and have it coat the veggies as well.
  • Add in the chicken broth and whisk to combine, making sure to get all the bits of bacon off the bottom of the pot.
  • Add in the potatoes. Let boil gently for 10-15 minutes or so until the potatoes are fork tender.
  • Once potatoes are fork tender, turn down the heat a bit and add in the half and half, sour cream and cheese and most of the bacon - leave some to garnish! Mix together and let heat up but not come to a boil. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve immediately once soup is warmed in bowls - garnish with green onions, extra bacon bits and extra shredded cheese

LOADED BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE



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This casserole combines all the irresistible features of a loaded spud, but is cooked and served family style for an extra-hearty side.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Nonstick cooking spray
6 slices bacon, cut 1/2-inch thick
2 1/4 pounds russet potatoes (about 4), scrubbed clean and cut into 1-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups shredded Cheddar
2/3 cup sour cream
2 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and spray a 3-quart casserole dish with nonstick spray. Set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
  • Put the potatoes into the prepared casserole dish. Toss with the reserved 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast until the potatoes are soft and begin to brown, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix together the cream cheese and 1 cup Cheddar in a bowl until well combined. Dollop over the potatoes, then sprinkle with the remaining cup Cheddar and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the potatoes are completely cooked through when poked with a knife, 13 to 15 minutes.
  • Dollop the sour cream evenly over the casserole and sprinkle with the scallions and bacon pieces.

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.

LOADED BAKED POTATO



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A fast and easy take on the classic stuffed twice-baked potato. Pairs well with a juicy, fruit-forward red wine blend.

Provided by 14 Hands Winery

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Twice Baked Potato Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 russet potatoes
12 strips bacon
1 pound broccoli florets
¾ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup water
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cups grated Cheddar cheese
8 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F. Pierce each potato with a paring knife and roast in the oven until tender, about 1 hour, depending on the size of your potatoes.
  • Meanwhile, dice up the bacon. Heat a saute pan over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 7 minutes. Drain the bacon fat and reserve.
  • Return the saute pan to the heat and add the reserved bacon fat. Cook the broccoli and red pepper for 2 minutes. Add the water and allow to cook until water has evaporated. Remove from heat.
  • When potatoes are done cooking, remove and allow to cool until you can handle them. Cut them in half and with a spoon, scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4 inch border on the skins.
  • Place the scooped-out potato in a bowl and mix with half the bacon, broccoli, red pepper, sour cream, salt, pepper, and half the Cheddar. Divide this filling back among the potato skins.
  • Return the stuffed potatoes to the 400-degree oven and bake until heated through, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165 degrees, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove and top with remaining bacon, Cheddar, and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 58.2 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 674.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

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.

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

LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: russet potato, olive oil, salt, pepper, onion, garlic, butter, flour, chicken broth, cream cheese, shredded cheese, bacon, fresh chive

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 lb russet potato, washed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
2 ½ cups chicken broth
8 oz cream cheese
shredded cheese
bacon, diced
fresh chive, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 425˚F (220˚C).
  • On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, rub potatoes with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40-50 minutes.
  • Once cooled, peel and mash potatoes, and set aside.
  • Heat oil in large pot over a medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic. Cook until translucent and garlic is fragant, about 5 minutes.
  • Add butter and melt.
  • Bring in flour and stir until mixture is lightly browned.
  • Add in the chicken broth and cream cheese. Stir until fully incorporated
  • Add in the mashed potatoes and combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish bowl with shredded cheese, bacon, and chives.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 755 calories, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 9 grams

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 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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. Russet potatoes are the most common type of potato used in chowder, but you can also use Yukon Gold, Red Bliss, or even sweet potatoes. Using a variety of potatoes will give your chowder a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. The potatoes should be tender, but not mushy. If you overcook them, they will fall apart and make your chowder too thick.
  • Use a good quality stock. The stock is the base of your chowder, so it's important to use a good quality stock. You can use chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, depending on your preference.
  • Add your favorite vegetables. You can add a variety of vegetables to your chowder, such as carrots, celery, onions, corn, and peas. Just be sure to chop the vegetables into small pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Season to taste. Season your chowder with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of cream or milk to make it richer.

Conclusion:

Loaded baked potato chowder is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give loaded baked potato chowder a try!

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