Embrace the comforting flavors of a loaded baked potato transformed into a soul-warming soup, perfect for a cozy evening. This Hearty Loaded Potato Soup brings all your favorite toppings into a velvety, delicious bowl.
Wash and thoroughly dry the baking potatoes. Poke several holes in each potato with a fork, then wrap each potato individually in foil.
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Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until they are tender.
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Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes, then carefully remove the foil and peel off the skin. Chop the potatoes into cubes.
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In a large pot, combine the cubed potatoes, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, or until well-heated and slightly thickened.
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Using a potato masher, carefully mash the potatoes, leaving some chunks for texture.
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Reserve 2 tablespoons each of the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 tablespoon of the sliced green onions for garnish.
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Stir the remaining bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions into the soup.
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Serve the soup hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and the reserved bacon, cheese, and green onions.