Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Instructions

1. Cook the Bacon [00:03]: Fry the bacon in a large pot until crispy, then remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the Onions [00:06]: In the same pot with the bacon fat, add butter and chopped onions. Cook until soft.
3. Make the Roux [00:10]: Add flour to the onions and butter mixture, stirring to combine.
4. Add Liquid [00:12]: Gradually pour in the milk and chicken broth, whisking constantly to ensure no lumps.
5. Season and Add Potatoes [00:17]: Season with salt and pepper, then add the diced potatoes.
6. Simmer [00:20]: Let the soup simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender.
7. Incorporate Cheeses and Bacon [00:22]: Stir in the cheddar cheese and the cooked bacon pieces.
8. Mash [00:24]: Use a potato masher to reach your desired consistency.
9. Serve [00:29]: Ladle into bowls and top with extra cheddar, a dollop of sour cream, bacon bits, and chopped green onions.