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Creamy Potato Soup

A rich and velvety homemade potato soup loaded with tender potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, and fresh toppings for the ultimate comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 6 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder

Equipment

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Whisk
  • Potato masher
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large pot and cook onion until softened.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking.
  5. Add potatoes and seasonings, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
  6. Mash part of the potatoes for a thicker texture.
  7. Stir in milk, cream, cheese, and sour cream.
  8. Simmer gently until creamy and cheese is melted, then serve with toppings.

Notes

For best texture, do not boil after adding milk and cream. Add extra cheddar and bacon for a fully loaded version.