Starting with an introductory line tasting as zesty as the Loaded Potato Soup itself. This power-packed dish is like a symphony of flavours hitting your palate – featuring potatoes, cheese, and bacon serving bowlfuls of comfort. This easy to whip up recipe is ideal for those cuddly winter nights or a casual get together with friends. You know you are in for a treat when a simple potato is loaded with so much flavour! With every spoonful of this soup you���re going to shout, “get in my belly, you yummy beast!” Trust me, it���s a bowl full of comfort and warmth that you just can’t resist.
Now let���s gear up and dive right into the details:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6 people
- Yield: 6 bowls
Put your chef’s hat on ’cause we’re about to make magic in the kitchen!
Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need
Let’s load up on:
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 onion
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 6 bacon strips
- Salt and Pepper to taste
You’ll also need a handy-dandy big pot and an immersion blender.
The potatoes are the star of the show here, providing a smooth base for our soup while the cheese, milk, and bacon create an intense rich flavour. You can replace cheddar cheese with mozzarella or any sharp cheese. Veggie folks can substitute chicken broth with vegetable or mushroom broth.
How To Make Loaded Potato Soup
1. First up, peel and chop potatoes, onions, and garlic. Fry the bacon strips until crispy then set aside.
2. In the same pot, saut�� garlic and onions until they’re dancing in that bacon grease!
3. Add potatoes and chicken broth to the pot, bring to a boil. Now simmer until potatoes are cooked.
4. Blend the soup with an immersion blender, then add milk and cheese, stirring until it’s smooth as velvet.
5. Ladle soup into bowls, top with crumbled bacon, and a sprinkle of cheese. BOOM! Soup���s ready to roll!
Tips For The Best Results
- Use a sharp cheddar for that extra cheesy flavor punch!
- Make sure your potatoes are well mashed or blended for a creamy texture.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerate in an airtight container and consume within 3-4 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months, thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this soup vegan?
A: Sure! You can replace chicken broth with vegetable broth, use plant-based milk, and vegan cheese.
Q: Can I use any variety of potatoes?
A: Russet potatoes work best for this recipe, but it’s pretty versatile with any potato.
Q: Can I skip the immersion blender?
A: Absolutely! You could just mash the potatoes in the pot for a chunkier soup.
Q: What can I pair with this soup?
A: A crusty bread roll or a fresh green salad works really well.
Q: How can I make my soup creamier?
A: Adding cream cheese instead of milk can take the creaminess a notch up.
Nutritional Facts of Loaded Potato Soup
Each serving of Loaded Potato Soup contains about 350 calories, with 18 g of fat, 35 g of carbs, and 14 g of protein.
Ready to wrap this up folks. This Loaded Potato Soup is a dream – it’s creamy, rich, filling, and oh-so-appealing. It definitely gives a run for its money to any other comfort food out there. So tie on that apron, pump up some music and let’s raise the bar of your cooking skills with the humble potato. Your culinary journey begins here, and the destination? Oh, it’s just a heavenly bowl of Loaded Potato Soup! Happy cooking, folks!
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