HEARTY BAKED POTATO SOUP

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I got this recipe from my aunt, a great cook. Topped with bacon, cheese and chives, this soup tastes just like a loaded baked potato! My husband and I love to hunker down with bowls of it on chilly nights. - Molly Seidel, Edgewood, NM

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 pounds baking potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 13 cups)
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup half-and-half cream
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, crumbled cooked bacon and minced chives

Steps:

  • Place first seven ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are very tender, 6-8 hours., Mash potatoes slightly to break up and thicken soup. Add 1 cup cheese, cream and chives; heat through, stirring until blended. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Carrie Caulder
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This soup is the best!


Keeper
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I can't wait to make this soup again.


Sarah Toolsie
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This soup is a must-try for any potato soup lover.


michael willard
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's my new go-to soup recipe.


Mudy Best
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This soup is so good, I could eat it every day.


yvonne arredondo
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Daniel Anane Afari
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Olasco Star
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I can add different vegetables or proteins, depending on what I have on hand.


Daniel Tee
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This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the cheese and bacon make it extra delicious.


Abdullah Al Mahdi
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I'm not a huge fan of potato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice touch.


Vernon “Trey” Slayton
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


mr goodstuff
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a success. My friends and family love it, and it's always the first thing they ask for when they come over for dinner.


Kulabako Swabrah
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The soup is creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice. I also love the addition of bacon, which adds a nice smoky flavor.


Ann
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I can throw it together in about 30 minutes, and it's always a hit with my family.


kam uchiha
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This baked potato soup is hearty and delicious. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.