Loaded Baked Potato Soup: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon
A rich and creamy loaded baked potato soup featuring crispy turkey bacon, perfect for satisfying your comfort food cravings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
- Peel and dice the russet potatoes.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, followed by the heavy cream.
- Add the diced potatoes and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the sour cream and half of the cheddar cheese, mixing until melted.
- Serve hot, topped with the remaining cheese, turkey bacon, and green onions.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute dairy with plant-based alternatives.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Loaded Baked Potato Soup, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food