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Cozy Loaded Baked Potato Soup with Bacon and Chives

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A creamy, comforting soup made with russet potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh chives. This easy recipe delivers rich flavor and a velvety texture perfect for cold nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 6–8 strips thick-cut bacon
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2–3 stalks green onions or chives, sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat until crispy (8-10 minutes). Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving about 2 tablespoons of grease in the pot.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low. Sauté the diced onion in the bacon grease for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the cubed potatoes to the pot and stir to coat. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring potatoes are submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Remove about half of the potato chunks and set aside. Use an immersion blender or potato masher to puree the remaining potatoes and liquid in the pot until smooth. Stir the reserved potato chunks back in.
  5. Lower heat to the lowest setting. Stir in the heavy cream and warm through for 2-3 minutes without boiling. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in half of the chopped chives. Ladle into bowls and top with remaining chives and crispy bacon bits.

Notes

For best results, use russet potatoes as they break down to create a creamy texture. Do not boil vigorously after adding cream to prevent curdling. If freezing, freeze before adding cream and cheese, then add fresh upon reheating. Leftover baked potatoes can be used to save cooking time.

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Keywords: potato soup, bacon soup, cheddar cheese soup, comfort food, easy dinner, winter soup, russet potatoes, creamy soup

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