Description
A creamy and hearty loaded potato soup that brings warmth and comfort, perfect for chilly gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
- Bacon bits for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add diced potatoes and broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender or mash the potatoes for the desired consistency.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheese, cooking until the cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and optional bacon bits.
Notes
For an extra twist, add herbs like thyme or parsley while simmering. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: potato soup, comfort food, loaded soup, creamy soup, easy recipe
