a bowl of baked potato soup with spring onions

Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 6 strips bacon; 1 medium onion chopped; 4 large Potatoes diced; 40g Plain Flour; 50g Butter; 1 Chicken Stock cube; 1 Vegetable Stock cube; 1 litre whole milk; 240ml Chicken Broth; 1 tsp Lazy Garlic; 100g Grated Cheddar Cheese; 6 Chopped Spring Onions; 180ml Sour Cream; Salt & pepper to taste (1/4 tsp each); Parmesan Cheese to garnish

By Jon Andrew

About This Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Best Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe. This rich, creamy white soup is generously packed with all the classic baked potato toppings you love: crispy bacon, savory onions, and melted cheddar cheese. Crafted with full-fat milk, robust chicken broth, and tangy sour cream, every spoonful delivers a luxurious, creamy flavour that will warm you from the inside out.

Our inspiration for this recipe was to create a hearty soup that could serve as a meal in itself or as a decadent topping for freshly baked potatoes. We recommend cooking a few small baked potatoes to place in your soup bowl, then drenching them in this luscious, creamy broth for an unforgettable experience. ...

History of Baked Potato Soup
The origins of baked potato soup are deeply rooted in culinary traditions that celebrate the humble potato as a staple ingredient.

This beloved dish likely gained prominence in the United States during the mid-20th century, a period when comforting, home-style meals became increasingly popular.

The innovative idea of transforming a simple baked potato, typically a side dish, into a rich, creamy soup reflects a broader trend of reimagining classic recipes to create satisfying and substantial meals.

Early versions commonly incorporated butter, cream, cheese, and chives, enhancing the soup's flavor and texture. Over time, countless variations have emerged, with additions like bacon, sour cream, and even various vegetables, offering a diverse range of interpretations to suit every palate.

Today, baked potato soup is cherished not only for its exquisite taste but also for its nostalgic appeal, making it a perennial favourite in both home kitchens and restaurants.

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Serves: Four

Medium

Cook in: 50 min

Prep: 20 min

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What is Loaded Baked Potato Soup?

At its core, Baked Potato Soup is a delightful potato and cheese soup, perfect for utilizing leftover baked potatoes or pouring over freshly prepared ones. This versatile recipe welcomes a variety of additional ingredients, such as mushrooms, chicken, or any other topping you might enjoy on a baked potato. However, the fundamental essence of this soup remains a creamy potato and bacon base.

While we've prepared this soup with fresh potatoes and served it over a baked potato, you can easily incorporate sliced baked potatoes directly into the soup. Enjoy it in a bowl or a mug with a generous wedge of crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal. ...

Variations of Baked Potato Soup
Baked potato soup can be adapted in numerous ways to suit different tastes and preferences.

For instance, one might incorporate ingredients such as cheese, bacon, or chives to enhance the flavour, while others may opt for a healthier version by adding vegetables like broccoli or spinach.

Additionally, variations can include the use of different types of potatoes or the incorporation of cream for a richer texture.

Each adaptation offers a unique twist on the classic recipe, allowing for creativity and personalization in this comforting dish.

How to make Baked Potato Soup

Cuisine:French/English

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Ingredients Nutrition Cost

6 strips bacon *
1 medium onion chopped
4 large Potatoes diced
40g Plain Flour
50g Butter
1 Chicken Stock cube
1 Vegetable Stock cube
1 litre whole milk
240ml Chicken Broth
1 tsp Lazy Garlic
100g Grated Cheddar Cheese
6 Chopped Spring Onions
180ml Sour Cream
Salt & pepper to taste (1/4 tsp each)
Parmesan Cheese to garnish

*Could be VegetarianEgg free

Nutrition: Per bowl

Calories:400
Protein: 18g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates:25g
Fiber:5g
Sugar:7g

High Protein

Cost to make:

£6.28/ $7.95(Est.)

*Prices may vary.

Cooking Instructions

Before starting to make this Soup, I like to cook a few (Small) Baked Potatoes to go with this, so clean and stab (With a fork) 3 or 4 small baking potatoes and cook them in a microwave for 20 minutes before baking them in a pre-heated oven @ 180c for a further 20 minutes.
Cut up the bacon and fry in a large Dutch Oven, over medium-high heat until it's nice and crispy (about 8 minutes).
Prepare your onion and potatoes, peel and dice the potatoes then Peel and dice the Onion.
Once the bacon is cooked, take it out of the Dutch Oven and transfer to a container. Leave all of the bacon fat in the pot ready to make a Roux and add the butter.
When the butter has melted, add the Chopped Onion & Garlic to the pot and sauté them in the bacon fat & Butter for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the flour with a whisk and form a light Roux, then cook it for about a minute.
Heat the milk up in a microwave so that it is hot, then add the milk to the roux, whisking all of the time so that it thickens.
Make up the Chicken & Vegetable Stock then add it to the milk and whisk in.
Turn up the heat to high so that the soup comes to a boil, then add the Potatoes and reduce the heat to a high simmer.
Let the soup simmer gently for 25 minutes.

While the soup's cooking grate the Cheese and slice the Spring Onions.
The potatoes should be soft and tender after 25 minutes, so take a potato masher and break them up in the pot while they are cooking. You can mash them down as much as you like at this point.
Season with Salt & Pepper.
Add in the Sour Cream, Cheese and Bacon to the pot and simmer for a further 10 minutes.
Get your Baked Potatoes out of the oven and cut them through the center, put one potato in each bowl before pouring the soup over the top.
Add a small handfull of the sliced Spring onions & some extra grated Parmesan Cheese to the top of each bowl when serving.

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Chefs Tips for making Potato Soup

What potatoes can you use for this soup ?

I have used all large baking potatoes, but you can use any potato you fancy.

Can you make this soup ahead of time ?

Yes you can. You can make this soup and keep it warm or cool it down and refrigerate it for upto 4 days.

What can I serve with Baked Potato Soup?

Consider serving it alongside crusty bread or warm rolls to provide a satisfying contrast.

Is Baked Potato Soup gluten-free?

Baked Potato Soup can be gluten-free, but it largely depends on the ingredients used in the recipe. Traditional recipes that utilize potatoes, broth, and dairy are typically gluten-free. However, it is essential to check for any added ingredients, such as thickeners or seasonings, that may contain gluten.