Creamy and hearty fully loaded baked potato soup

This fully loaded baked potato soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining the creamy goodness of potatoes with all your favorite toppings like bacon, cheese, and green onions. Perfect for a cozy night in or to impress guests at a dinner party, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes, washed and dried
• 6 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pierce the potatoes with a fork and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
2. In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
3. Add the butter to the pot and melt over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to make a roux.
4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
5. Cut the baked potatoes in half and scoop out the insides into the pot. Use a potato masher to break up the potatoes.
6. Simmer the soup for 10 minutes, then stir in the cheese, sour cream, and most of the green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with the remaining green onions, bacon, and extra cheese.
8. Enjoy the creamy and indulgent flavors of fully loaded baked potato soup!

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