Description
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that warms your heart and fills your belly with rich flavors and customizable toppings. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the baking potatoes, then dice them into uniform cubes (about 1-inch thick).
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant and golden.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat; simmer until potatoes are fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Gradually stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Mix shredded cheddar cheese into the pot until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, blend in some sour cream before serving.
- Try swapping regular potatoes for sweet potatoes for a unique flavor twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg