Description

Warm, comforting, and loaded with flavor, this Baked Potato Soup is a creamy dream perfect for cozy nights. It captures everything you love about a fully loaded baked potato—melty cheese, crispy bacon, and smooth sour cream—all simmered into a spoonable meal. Whether you’re craving a quick dinner idea, a make-ahead lunch, or something cozy for a cold day, this easy recipe delivers hearty satisfaction every time. Ideal for fans of comforting dinner ideas, easy soup recipes, and feel-good food ideas. It’s the perfect go-to when you want something warm, cheesy, and soul-soothing.

Ingredients

3 large Russet potatoes

4 tablespoons butter

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

3 cups milk

2 cups chicken broth

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup sour cream

6 slices bacon, chopped

1/4 cup chopped green onions

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and bake potatoes for 45–60 minutes until fork-tender. Cool and mash lightly.

2. In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pot, melt butter with 2 tablespoons of bacon fat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft.

4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

5. Stir in flour to form a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes.

6. Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth.

7. Add mashed potatoes. Simmer until the soup thickens.

8. Reduce heat. Stir in cheddar, sour cream, salt, and pepper.

9. Serve hot with bacon, green onions, and more cheese on top.

Notes

For an even creamier soup, blend half of the soup before adding toppings.

If making ahead, store without toppings and add fresh when serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 425
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 730mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: baked potato soup, easy dinner, comfort food, creamy soup, soup recipe