Description
This Hearty Creamy Potato Soup is loaded with tender potatoes, flavorful onions, and a rich, velvety base. Perfect for chilly days, this soup is both filling and comforting, topped with cheese, bacon, and fresh chives for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to partially blend for a creamy texture while keeping some chunks.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Heat until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon and chopped chives.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, skip bacon or substitute with smoked tempeh. Pair with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal. Soup stores in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: hearty potato soup, creamy potato soup, comfort food soup, loaded potato soup, cheesy potato soup