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    Home » Entrees » Loaded Potato Soup

    Loaded Potato Soup

    Published: Jan 9, 2020 · Modified: Sep 20, 2021 by Wendie · 16 Comments

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    Potato soup in a cast iron pot then in a bowl pinterest pin.

    Loaded Potato Soup is super creamy and made in just one pot. Ultimate comfort food that's delicious, filling and so easy to make, and is packed with tender chunks of potatoes, some veggies, bacon, and cheese!

    Loaded potato soup in a white bowl with cheese, bacon and green onions on top. And a small bowl of grated cheddar cheese on the side.


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    When the colder weather hits we love soups, especially creamy soups! This creamy potato soup is a comforting soup that's always a huge hit!

    Why this recipe works

    This loaded potato soup uses simple ingredients and super hearty w loaded baked potato! This is one of my favorite soups and is perfect for a weeknight meal like my Broccoli Cheese Soup and Chicken Pot Pie Soup!

    Ingredients needed

    All the ingredients need for this potato soup.

    Ingredient notes

    • Bacon: I like to use smoky bacon.
    • Potatoes: I use Russet for a creamier soup but Yukon Gold or red potatoes also works it just tends to be chunkier.
    • Flour: All-purpose flour is fine it helps to thicken up the base of this soup.
    • Chicken stock: Vegetable broth also works.
    • Milk: Whole milk or low-fat works great.
    • Cream cheese: Full-fat or low-fat will work
    • Cheese: I use pepper jack and sharp cheddar cheese.

    How do you make potato soup from scratch?

    Four process photos. First one, bacon pieces being cooked in a cast iron pot. Secone one, carrots, onions and celery sauteed in cast iron pot, with flour sprinkled on top, Third one, chicken stock added in thepot. Fourth onr, cream cheese and potatoes added into the pot.
    • Step 1: Heat a large pot on medium-high heat and add the bacon cook until crispy and remove to a paper towel. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.
    • Step 2: In the same pot add the carrots, celery, and onion and cook until soft. Add in the butter, garlic, and flour and stir.
    • Step 3: Pour the chicken broth, milk, and cream cheese into the veggie mixture.
    • Step 4: Add in the diced potatoes and simmer cooked potatoes until fork tender. Then add in the shredded cheese, salt, and pepper to taste and serve!

    What do I serve with loaded potato soup?

    I love to serve this potato soup with Cheddar Biscuits or my No Knead Artisan Bread you can also serve it with a simple green salad.

    Loaded Potrato soup in cast iron pot.

    Tips for making loaded potato soup

    • Cut your potatoes into bite-size pieces, so they cook at the same time.
    • Make sure you drain the bacon grease out of the pot after you remove the bacon.
    • I use russet potatoes, but you can use Yukon Gold Potatoes if desired.
    • I love using an Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven or Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven to make this soup, keeps it nice and warm for a long time.
    • Don't skip the bacon and cheese for toppings. I sometimes also add jalapenos for a little kick!
    • Avoid using bagged pre-shredded cheese as it contained cellulose which keeps it from melting smoothly.

    A bite of potato soup on a spoon.

    Recipe faq's

    What kind of potatoes are best for potato soup?

    I prefer to use russet potatoes for this soup. They tend to mash easily and be more starchy which helps the soup to thicken. But if you prefer a more chunky soup you can use Yukon Gold potatoes.

    Can you freeze homemade potato soup?

    Technically yes, but the texture will change a bit. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

    The best potato soup toppings

    Crispy Bacon
    Shredded Cheese
    Green Onions
    Jalapenos
    Sour Cream

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    Potato soup in a cast iron pot.

    Loaded Potato Soup

    Wendie
    Loaded Potato Soup is super creamy and made in just one pot. Ultimate comfort food that's delicious, filling and so easy to make, and is packed with tender chunks of potatoes, some veggies, bacon, and cheese!
    4.30 from 117 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Entrees
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 770 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ lb Bacon cut into bit sized pieces I used a smoked cherrywood bacon
    • 2 large carrots diced
    • 3 celery stalks diced
    • 1 medium onion diced
    • ⅓ cup butter
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • ⅓ cup flour
    • 3 cups chicken stock
    • 4 cups milk
    • 8 ounces cream cheese cut into cubes
    • 5 large Russet potatoes cut into small cubes
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more for garnish
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • green onions

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot on medium heat cook bacon until crispy, remove and drain on paper towels. Set aside for garnish
    • In the same pot toss all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease and add carrots, onions, and celery and cook for 5 minutes or just until softened.
    • Add butter and garlic and melt on low heat, add flour and cook for 1 minute whisking constantly to cook the flour just a bit.
    • Stir in the chicken stock, milk, and cream cheese, and add the diced potatoes. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
    • Add in the cheddar cheese, and add more salt for taste if needed.
    • Serve hot and top with more cheese, bacon, and green onions.

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    Notes

    Yukon gold potatoes will also work here.
    Make sure you cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
    Make sure you drain the bacon grease out of the pot after you remove the bacon.
    Avoid using bagged pre-shredded cheese as it contained cellulose which keeps it from melting smoothly.
    You can add more liquid at the end to thin it out a bit if you prefer a thinner consistency.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6ServingsCalories: 770kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 25gSaturated Fat: 26gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 845mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14g
    Keyword one pot, potato soup, soup
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    1. Wendie

      December 09, 2020 at 3:03 am

      I've never made this is an instant pot!

    2. Kaytie

      December 08, 2020 at 8:43 pm

      I used this exact recipe a few months ago using stovetop, and I loved it, but I am wanting to cook this in an instant pot. What is the best setting and how long should it cook?

    3. Wendie

      October 04, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      Toss all of the bacon grease except one tablespoon. More fatty bacon will produce more grease, the leaner bacon may only produce about a tablespoon. Hope this helps Sharon 🙂

    4. Sharon Trudell

      October 04, 2020 at 10:11 pm

      in step 2, you say toss all but 1 tbsp of bacon grease in the pot with veggies. Does that mean leave all the grease , removing just 1 tbsp, or remove all the grease, just leaving 1 tbsp?

    5. Wendie

      September 26, 2020 at 6:04 pm

      3-4 hours on high or 5-6 hours on low. Or whenever your potatoes are fork-tender.

    6. Nikki

      September 26, 2020 at 1:49 pm

      How long in the crock pot? (3rd time trying to post, hopefully this time it works!)

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