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Amazing potato soup recipe: 1 creamy secret

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You will create a wonderfully creamy and comforting Loaded Potato Soup. This recipe is a perfected project from our kitchen, balancing Amelia’s planning with Jacob’s intuitive cooking for a satisfying, easy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 5 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Toppings: extra cheddar, bacon, chopped chives

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and celery to the pot. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
  5. Add the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to partially mash the potatoes against the side of the pot to thicken the soup.
  7. Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Heat through gently; do not let it boil after adding the cream.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and the soup is creamy.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls. Top generously with reserved bacon, extra cheese, and fresh chives.

Notes

  • This recipe works well on the stovetop, which is our preferred method for quick results.
  • For an even richer flavor, substitute half the chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Jacob suggests adding a dash of smoked paprika when seasoning for depth.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, use an immersion blender briefly before adding the cream.

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