Calling All Comfort Food Fans: Dive into the Ultimate Loaded Potato Soup!
Craving a bowl of creamy, dreamy potato soup overflowing with deliciousness? Look no further, soup enthusiasts! Today, we’re whipping up the Ultimate Loaded Potato Soup, packed with hearty chunks of potatoes, crispy bacon bits, and a velvety smooth broth that will warm your soul from the inside out. This isn’t your average potato soup; it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings.
Before we dive into the ingredient list, let’s address the elegance in simplicity. This recipe relies on classic techniques and familiar flavors, making it accessible to all cooking levels. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy, making it a perfect weeknight meal solution. So, grab your favorite soup pot, crank up some upbeat tunes, and let’s get cooking!
Flavorful Foundation: Your Loaded Potato Soup Essentials
This recipe isn’t just about throwing ingredients into a pot; it’s about building a foundation of flavor that explodes with every bite. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Chunky Russet and Red Potatoes: The hearty base of our soup, providing creamy texture and earthy flavor.
- Mirepoix Magic: This French term refers to a flavor base made with two parts onion, one part celery, and one part carrots. It’s a foundational technique in many soups and stews, and a valuable addition to your cooking arsenal.
- Crispy Bacon: The salty, smoky star of the show, adding depth and richness. (Pro tip: freeze the bacon slightly before chopping for easier handling!)
- Heavy Cream: The key to achieving that velvety smooth texture we all crave.
- Flour: Used to thicken the soup and create a luxurious mouthfeel.
- Chicken Broth: The flavorful base that binds everything together.
- Garnish: Monterey Jack and Shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream, bacon bits and minced green onion take this to the next level.
The Grand Finale
We’re topping this creamy potato soup with a heart-stopping handful of bacon bits, green onions and grated cheese for that extra bit of decadence. Feel free to experiment by adding other ingredients such as shredded chicken, roasted corn, or anything else that sounds good to you! You can also adjust the amount of bacon and cream based on your preference. Want a bit more kick? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Craving a touch of smokiness? Include a pinch of smoked paprika.
With its versatility and deliciousness, this Loaded Potato Soup recipe is sure to become your new go-to comfort food. So, grab your ingredients, crank up the heat, and get ready to experience a bowlful of pure comfort and flavor!
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Loaded Potato Soup Recipe
Recipe by Jason Hill – CookingSessions.comIngredients
- 2 large russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 3 large red potatoes diced
- 1 onion diced
- 3 celery stalks diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 1 pound slightly frozen bacon diced
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 quart heavy cream
Garnish
- Fresh cracked pepper, Monterey Jack and Shredded Cheddar, sour cream, bacon bits and minced green onion
Instructions
- Dice all of your vegetables, placing the potatoes in a bowl of cold water so they don’t brown.
- Add bacon to stockpot over medium heat. Cook 10 minutes until crispy. Remove bacon with slotted spoon onto a paper towel lined plate.
- Add onion, celery and carrots to the pot. Cook until soft and translucent. Add strained potatoes. Cook down for about 5 minutes.
- Add the flour. Whisk into the mixture.
- Add half of the bacon bits to the pot, along with the chicken broth. Season with some salt and pepper and stir to combine.
- Put the lid on the pot and simmer for 25 minutes. Smash the potatoes slightly to give the soup more texture.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir, simmering another 8 minutes.
- Ladle the soup into serving bowls.
- Top with fresh cracked pepper, Monterey Jack and Shredded Cheddar, sour cream, bacon bits and minced green onion.
