Craving some delicious homemade soup to warm you up on a chilly night? You’ve just found an easy, creamy, loaded Potato Soup Recipe the whole family will love! This hearty soup with savory flavors is THE soup you’ll want on repeat all season long!
Be sure to also check out this delicious Slow Cooker Taco Soup, too!
Potato Soup Recipe
Nothing beats a delicious bowl of soup on a chilly day, right?
That’s why it’s time you meet the best creamy Potato Soup Recipe! It will become a fast favorite you’ll want on repeat!
Caitlyn writes: “This soup is delicious! It has become a cold weather staple in our house!!”
Not only is this soup easy to make, it’s also ridiculously delicious!
With chunky potato pieces, savory bacon, and fresh shredded cheddar, you really can’t go wrong with this simple stove top soup recipe for dinner.
It’s the ultimate comfort food soup, and the tastiest way to warm up on a cold day!
Tonight we’ll skip the baked potatoes, and enjoy our favorite side as loaded potato soup instead!
So just how do you make baked potato soup?
It’s SO easy, and this hearty One Pot Soup will hit the spot every time!
Go grab a large pot or dutch oven, and let’s get started!
Here’s what you’ll do…
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Potato Soup Ingredients
You’ll just need the following ingredients to make your dreamy, creamy potato soup…
- Russet Potatoes – check out this trick for How to Store Potatoes Longer
- Butter – no oil here… we all know butter makes everything better!
- All Purpose Flour
- Milk – opt for Whole Milk or the richest, creamiest flavor
- Bacon – cooked until crispy… see How to Make Perfect Bacon
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese – freshly shredded makes ALL the difference
- Sour Cream
- Salt – I like to use Sea Salt
- Black Pepper – either ground or fresh cracked will both work
- Green Onions – see How to Grow Green Onions Inside
You’ll also need an 6 – 8 quart stockpot or 5 – 6 quart dutch oven to get the job done.
Healthy Potato Soup Substitutions
Are you wondering how to make potato soup healthier?
Here are some simple swaps you can try…
- Use Organic Russet Potatoes
- Swap Butter for Grass Fed Butter
- Use Unbleached Organic All Purpose Flour
- Opt for Grass Fed Organic Milk
- Use Organic Green Onions
How to Make Potato Soup
You won’t believe how easy it is to make the best creamy loaded potato soup at home!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. First you’ll want to bake, peel and cube your potatoes. If you plan ahead you can bake potatoes in the crockpot, bake potatoes in the Instant Pot, or just microwave, let them cool, then peel and cube.
2. Grab your pot and let’s get started!
3. Melt your butter in your dutch oven or stock pot over low heat on the stove.
4. Then whisk in your flour until smooth and bubbly. Continue cooking for 2 – 3 more minutes.
5. Now increase your heat to medium, and gradually stir in your milk.
6. Cook until the mixture has slightly thickened – (see the recipe card below for details)
7. Now add your potatoes, and stir occasionally.
8. Continue cooking as directed.
9. Then add the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, sour cream, salt, and pepper, and stir until the cheese has melted.
Serve hot, topped with sliced green onions, and a little more bacon and cheese if you’d like. Because seriously… you can never have too much bacon and cheese, right?
Wasn’t that so easy?
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Tips for the Best Loaded Potato Soup
Cook your bacon ahead of time so it’s ready to go.
I like to use this trick for Cooking Bacon in the Oven to make perfectly crispy pieces, without the mess!
Also, make sure to cube your potatoes into uniform sizes so they cook evenly.
I like to aim for 1/2″ to 3/4″ cubes.
Opt for Whole Milk for the richest, creamiest flavor.
Potato Soup Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this creamy potato soup recipe…
Jenna writes: “Sooo delicious!”
Angela writes: “Delicious bacon flavor in the soup!”
Angel writes: “Yummy”
Caitlyn writes: “This soup is delicious! It has become a cold weather staple in our house!!”
Kyla writes: “Yum, a delicious, hearty soup!”
Hanna writes: “Everyone is super picky (and really aren’t afraid to say so) and I made this for them! Loved it! I was even asked to make it again! What! This recipe is awesome! Thank you so much!”
Sandi writes: “My very favorite!”
Lisa writes: “Lovely soup, nice and cozy”
Amelia writes: “The loaded baked potato soup recipe has my heart!! We’ve been having our floors refinished this past week so I haven’t been able to spend much time in the kitchen. I was able to pull that dinner together in no time, with very minimal prep work needed! Thanks so much for sharing”
Rebecca writes: “Always a favorite!”
Sarah writes: “Sooo yummy! My husband is counting calories so I figured out the calorie count if anyone else needs it! It makes about 18 cups at 5062 calories for the whole meal, so about 280 calories per cup!”
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Potato Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Butter
- ½ cup All Purpose Flour
- 8 cups Whole Milk
- 4 large Russet Potatoes - baked, peeled & cubed (I microwave mine, let them cool, then peel and cube.)
- 16 oz. Bacon Cooked and Crumbled
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- ¾ tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Black Pepper
- 3 Green Onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Melt butter in dutch oven or stock pot over Low heat.
- Whisk in flour until smooth and bubbly, then cook mixture for 2 – 3 minutes.
- Increase heat to Medium, and gradually stir in milk.
- Cook until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Add potatoes, stirring occasionally until soup begins to bubble.
- Reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Add Crumbled Bacon, Shredded Cheddar, Sour Cream, Salt and Pepper, and stir until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, topped with sliced Green Onions and ENJOY!!
A BIG thanks to frugal friend Patti for sharing this delicious recipe!
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Raymund says
This potato soup recipe is calling my name! Nothing beats a warm, hearty bowl of soup on a chilly night, especially when it’s loaded with bacon, cheddar, and creamy potatoes. Yum!
Heidi says
I’m so glad you like it, Raymund! It really does make such a hearty meal… perfect for those cold nights!
Julia says
This potato soup looks delicious! I love the addition of the bacon bits!
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Heidi says
Thank you so much… the bacon definitely sends it over the top!
Judee says
Soup is always #1 in my book and this looks delicious and hearty. Not quite getting cool weather here yet, but will be in another month. Great recipe to keep.
Heidi says
Fantastic… you will love this hearty soup on a chilly night!
Neil says
I’m a big fan of potato soup but haven’t tried a variation like this before. Looks and sounds amazing! Yum!
Heidi says
Thank you so much, Neil! It really is a delicious way to warm up on a cold night!
Healthy World Cuisine says
This is the perfect fall cozy potato soup recipe. Just a few ingredients and so easy to throw together. Extra bacon and cheese is an extra delicious treat.
Heidi says
I’m so glad you like it! 🙂 The extra bacon and cheese really is a game changer!
Michelle says
What a comforting and cozy potato soup, perfect for fall! Extra bacon and a sprinkling of cheese for me, please!
Heidi says
I agree completely, Michelle… you can never have too much bacon and cheese! 🙂
Jyoti says
This is such a simple recipe…. I will try it for sure..thanks for sharing 🙂
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Heidi says
You’re very welcome… I’m so glad you like it!
rainbow evening says
yes, look simple recipe…. I’ll try it.
Thank you for sharing…..
Heidi says
You’re very welcome… ENJOY!!
Her Digital Coffee says
This sounds delicious! What a perfect recipe for the cooler months ahead. I love that you also included healthier substitutions. Thank you for sharing Heidi!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome… it really is such a versatile soup!
CoCo says
This looks like the perfect way to ease into the Fall season, Heidi! I love soup any time of the year but most especially on chilly and rainy days. Thanks so much for the recipe. I’m excited to this! Big hugs, CoCo
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, CoCo! I like to enjoy soup year round, too… but it definitely seems extra cozy on those rainy, chilly days! 🙂
Kathrine Eldridge says
This seriously is the perfect fall soup! Love the pic of the strip bacon as a garnish. I can’t wait to make this when it gets chilly.
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Heidi says
Aww… thanks, Kathrine! The bacon just felt like standing up in that picture. 🙂 Fall will be here before we know it. Enjoy your soup!
David @ Spiced says
Oh I can’t wait for soup season! The early mornings are starting to get a little bit chilly here in the mountains, and that means soup season is coming quickly. This creamy potato soup will be on the first on the list this year!
Heidi says
So fun… I love it when the mornings turn chilly, David! Soup season will be here before we know it!
delphine says
Hum c’est gourmand et appétissant, j’aime beaucoup
Have a good day Heidi
Heidi says
Merci beaucoup Delphine 🙂 Bises
Veronica Lee says
This potato soup looks amazing!
Creamy, hearty, and loaded with bacon—perfect for a cozy night in.
Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe!
Heidi says
Thanks so much, Veronica! It really is the perfect cozy meal!
Lisa's Notebook says
I’ve had potato and leek soup before but never thought about potato, bacon, and cheese – this sounds yummy, Heidi!
Heidi says
Thanks, Lisa! It really is such a delicious way to warm up on a chilly night!