Baked Potato Soup
Baked Potato Soup is a popular comfort food in the United States, especially during the fall and winter months.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Baked Potato Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Wash and dry the potatoes, then pierce them with a fork.
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Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
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While the potatoes are baking, chop the onion and garlic.
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In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
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Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
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Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
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Mash the potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
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Add the mashed potatoes to the pot with the onion and garlic.
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Stir in the vegetable broth, milk, salt, and black pepper.
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Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes.
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While the soup is simmering, cook the bacon until crispy.
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Crumble the bacon and set aside.
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Once the soup is done simmering, remove it from the heat.
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Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
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Serve the soup hot, topped with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chopped green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
