Loaded Potato Soup Recipe
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Overview
As winter settles in, there’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of Loaded Potato Soup to bring comfort and joy. This recipe showcases Yukon Gold potatoes, which are celebrated for their buttery flavor and creamy texture, making them the perfect base for a hearty soup. The process begins with peeling and chopping the potatoes, followed by sautéing onions in bacon fat, which adds a delightful richness to the dish.
Once the onions are tender, flour is added to create a roux, thickening the soup beautifully. The addition of chicken broth, heavy cream, and whole milk transforms the mixture into a luxurious, creamy delight. Seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and a touch of chili powder, this soup is bursting with flavor.
The real magic happens when the potatoes are added to the pot. After simmering until fork-tender, they are mashed to your desired consistency, allowing for a mix of creamy and chunky textures. Topped with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a dollop of sour cream, this Loaded Potato Soup is not just a meal; it’s a warm hug in a bowl, perfect for sharing with family and friends during the chilly months.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Chop the little ends off the Yukon Gold potatoes.
Peel the skin off the potatoes.
Dice the potatoes into rough pieces.
Tip: Chop potatoes smaller to speed up cooking time.
Dice one onion for the soup.
Cook bacon and leave the grease in the pan.
Sauté the diced onion in the bacon fat.
Add garlic and chicken base to the sautéed onion.
Tip: You can use potatoes as a thickener instead of flour.
Add about 1/4 cup of flour to create a roux.
Tip: Cook flour for a minute or two to eliminate raw taste.
Add three cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Add one cup of heavy cream and two cups of whole milk.
Season the soup with garlic pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, and all-purpose seasoning.
Tip: Adjust seasoning to your preference as you go.
Add the diced potatoes to the boiling soup mixture.
Cook the potatoes for 12 to 15 minutes until fork tender.
Use a hand masher to mash the potatoes to desired consistency.
Add cheese to the mashed potatoes and mix.
Tip: Taste for seasoning and adjust before serving.
Plate the soup with sour cream, additional cheddar cheese, and bacon.
Garnish with chives before serving.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Yukon Gold potatoes are known for their buttery flavor and creamy texture, making them ideal for soups.
- •Cooking the onions in bacon fat adds a rich depth of flavor to the soup.
- •Mashing some of the potatoes thickens the soup while leaving chunks gives it a hearty texture.
- •Adding cream and milk creates a rich, velvety consistency in the soup.
