Gregg’s Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Description: Warm up your evenings with the comforting goodness of Gregg’s Baked Potato Soup. This hearty soup, made from scratch, is the perfect blend of creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, tangy cheese, and fresh green onions, creating a flavorful delight that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Whether you’re looking for a cozy weeknight meal or planning a special gathering, this recipe is sure to impress!
Recipe Details:
- Cuisine: Potato
- Keywords: Vegetable, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 quarts
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1019.3
- Fat: 65.1g
- Saturated Fat: 37.9g
- Cholesterol: 179.6mg
- Sodium: 1138.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 82.1g
- Fiber: 7.5g
- Sugar: 4.7g
- Protein: 29.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Potatoes |
| 2/3 cup | Butter |
| 2/3 cup | Flour |
| 6-8 cups | Milk |
| 3/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Pepper |
| 12 slices | Bacon |
| 6 | Green Onions |
| 4 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 1/2 cups | Cheddar Cheese |
| 1 cup | Sour Cream |
Instructions:
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Bake Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and prick them all over with a fork.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
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Prepare Potato Skins:
- Once the potatoes are baked, cut them in half lengthwise.
- Carefully scoop out the potato pulp and reserve it for later use.
- Make stuffed potato skins from the empty shells by filling them with your favorite toppings.
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Prepare Soup Base:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Gradually add the flour, stirring constantly until smooth, to make a roux.
- Cook the roux for about 1 minute, continuing to stir constantly.
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Add Milk:
- Gradually pour in the milk while stirring constantly.
- Increase the heat to medium and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Stir in the reserved potato pulp, salt, pepper, half of the cooked bacon (crumbled), 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, minced garlic, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cook the soup until it is thoroughly heated, but do not allow it to boil.
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Final Touches:
- Stir in the sour cream until it is well combined and heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Serve:
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
- Garnish each serving with the remaining cooked bacon, chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting warmth of Gregg’s Baked Potato Soup!
This recipe yields a generous amount of soup, perfect for sharing with family and friends. It’s a wonderful way to savor the flavors of baked potatoes in a delightful soup form. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a bowl of creamy goodness that’s guaranteed to satisfy your cravings!
