Baked Potato Soup Recipe 🥔🥣
Overview:
This Baked Potato Soup is a comforting delight, perfect for chilly days and even better when enjoyed over time as the flavors meld together beautifully. Prepare it ahead for a satisfying meal that only gets better with each passing day.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 10
Ingredients:
- 6 baking potatoes
- 2/3 cup butter
- 2/3 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 6 green onions
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Potatoes: Wash the baking potatoes thoroughly and pierce them with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until they are fork-tender. This typically takes about an hour.
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Allow Potatoes to Cool: Once the potatoes are fully baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
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Prepare the Base: In a Dutch oven or large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour until it forms a smooth paste.
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Create Roux: Continue to cook the butter-flour mixture, stirring constantly, until it becomes golden brown and fragrant.
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Incorporate Milk: Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Stir until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
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Seasoning: Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning according to your preference.
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Prepare Potatoes: Cut the baked potatoes into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are cooked through and fluffy.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the milk mixture is hot, add the cubed potatoes, chopped green onions, sour cream, and crispy bacon bits to the pot.
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Mix and Heat: Stir the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the soup is heated through evenly.
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Add Cheese: Gradually sprinkle in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
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Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the hot potato soup into bowls and garnish with additional shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and crispy bacon if desired. Serve piping hot and savor the delicious flavors!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 531.3
- Fat: 36.8g
- Saturated Fat: 20.9g
- Cholesterol: 106.9mg
- Sodium: 722.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.5g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 1.9g
- Protein: 19.7g
Enjoy this hearty Baked Potato Soup with friends and family, and relish in its rich, comforting flavors. It’s a perfect choice for cozy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, guaranteed to warm you up from the inside out!
