Loaded Potato Soup Creamy Cheese (Print Format)

Creamy potato soup featuring cheese, bacon, and fresh green onions for a warm, savory comfort meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
03 - 2 cups Colby cheese, shredded
04 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
05 - 3 tablespoons butter
06 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
07 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
08 - ½ cup yellow onion, diced
09 - 6 cups chicken broth
10 - 10 ounces cream of chicken soup
11 - 1 cup sour cream
12 - ½ cup green onion, diced

# Steps:

01 - In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the diced onions and sauté for 3–4 minutes, or until they begin to soften and turn translucent.
02 - Lower the heat, sprinkle in the flour, and stir constantly for 2–3 minutes to form a smooth roux.
03 - Turn the heat back up to medium-high and whisk in the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup until smooth. Bring it to a gentle boil.
04 - Add the diced potatoes and let them cook for 15–20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
05 - Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool slightly. Stir in the bacon, shredded cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream until everything is melted and creamy.
06 - Serve warm, topped with green onions for a pop of flavor.

# Tips:

01 - For extra flavor, garnish with additional shredded cheese and crumbled bacon.
02 - Ensure the potatoes are diced evenly to cook uniformly.