How to make Loaded Baked Potato Soup recipe #71

 

Sure, here is a recipe for Loaded Baked Potato Soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and diced
• Scallions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the pot.
2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the flour to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the soup has thickened slightly.
5. Stir in the sour cream, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Heat through until the cheese is melted.
6. Stir in the diced potatoes and bacon. Heat through until the potatoes are warmed through, about 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with scallions.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of low-fat milk.
• If you don't have cayenne pepper, you can omit it or use a pinch of red pepper flakes.
• You can also add other ingredients to the soup, such as chopped green onions, bacon bits, or chives.
• Serve the soup with crusty bread or crackers for dipping.