Loaded Baked Potato Soup – Don’t LOSE this Recipe 😋

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook Bacon:
   • In a large pot, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving some fat in the pot.
2. Sauté Aromatics:
   • Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until soft and fragrant.
3. Cook Potatoes:
   • Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
4. Mash or Blend:
   • Mash some of the potatoes in the pot for a thicker texture, or use an immersion blender for a creamy consistency.
5. Add Milk & Cheese:
   • Stir in milk and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve:
   • Ladle soup into bowls and top with crispy bacon, sour cream, green onions, and extra cheese if desired.

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💡 Tips:

• For a richer soup, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
• You can add roasted garlic or smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
• Leftovers taste amazing the next day — the flavors meld even more!

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If you want, I can also give you a crockpot version of this soup so you can “set it and forget it” for busy nights. Do you want that version?