Gluten-Free Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 4-6 large potatoes
- 1 cup bacon
chopped
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 onion
chopped finely
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 cup gluten-free flour blend
- 2 1/2 cups milk
whole
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- salt & pepper to taste
- green onions
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Peel & chop the potatoes into small bite-sized cubes.
- 2
Boil the potatoes until fork tender (approx 8 minutes), drain, and set aside.
- 3
In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon until brown, remove from pot but reserve just over a tablespoon of the grease in the pan.
- 4
Add the butter and onion into the bacon fat and cook until onions are soft and translucent.
- 5
Add in garlic, cook 1 minute, stirring.
- 6
Whisk in flour then slowly add in broth and milk, stirring constantly to ensure there are no lumps.
- 7
Stir in cooked potatoes, sour cream, cheese, and ½ the cooked bacon.
- 8
Bring to a boil then remove from heat. Add salt & pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve the potato soup, garnishing with green onions, more shredded cheese, and bacon.
Gluten-Free Loaded Baked Potato Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate comfort food without the gluten, but still packed with authentic flavor? This Gluten-Free Loaded Baked Potato Soup delivers exactly that, making a hearty, satisfying meal for your whole family in about 30 minutes. It’s the perfect answer when you need a comforting, delicious dinner without the fuss.
This recipe shines by combining classic comfort with effortless preparation. The magic lies in building a rich, creamy base with butter and a gluten-free flour blend, then layering in savory bacon, tender potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese. It’s a simple stovetop method that yields restaurant-quality results, perfect for a busy weeknight and sure to become a family favorite.
Prepare for a bowl of pure comfort: warm, velvety, and generously studded with chunks of tender potato and crispy bacon. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of smoky, salty, and cheesy notes, brightened by a dollop of sour cream and fresh green onions. This naturally gluten-free dish is wonderfully hearty, guaranteeing you'll feel satisfied and cozy after every bite. It truly embodies the spirit of a fully loaded baked potato in a spoonable, soul-warming format.
- For a lighter touch, you could experiment with turkey bacon in place of traditional bacon.
- Swap out cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack or a smoky Gouda to change the flavor profile.
- To make it heartier, consider adding extra vegetables like finely diced carrots or celery when preparing the onion.
This comforting potato soup is an ideal centerpiece for a cozy family dinner, especially on a chilly evening. Serve it hot with extra garnishes like crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, and a generous dollop of sour cream to truly load it up, along with a sprinkle of fresh green onions.