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Bowl of delicious loaded potato soup garnished with cheese, bacon, and green onions.

Loaded Potato Soup

A warm and hearty dish combining potatoes, beef, cheese, and bacon into a creamy, satisfying meal, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar)
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chives for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef with chopped onion until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes and beef broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the milk and cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve the soup hot, topped with cooked bacon and chives if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Cut the potatoes into even pieces to ensure they cook evenly. Feel free to use any ground meat you prefer, such as turkey or sausage. For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup before serving. Adjust the cheese to your liking; different types can give varied flavors.

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