Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of Copycat Outback Loaded Baked Potato Soup, a comforting dish that replicates the beloved restaurant favorite right in your kitchen. This heartwarming soup combines tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese, creating a delightful bowl of comfort perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s not just a meal but an experience that brings everyone together around the table. Customize it with your favorite toppings or enjoy it as is; either way, this loaded potato soup will satisfy every craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5–6 slices uncooked bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 5–6 small yellow potatoes, diced
- 32 oz vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sauté the diced bacon in olive oil until crispy. Add minced garlic and diced onion; cook until tender.
- Stir in diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Once cooked, mix in heavy cream (or milk), Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and cheddar cheese. Simmer for additional minutes until creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with chives, crispy bacon bits, and extra cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg