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Creamy Texas Roadhouse Loaded Baked Potato Soup

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A rich and comforting loaded baked potato soup inspired by Texas Roadhouse, featuring tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh green onions. Quick and easy to make, perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Green onions, sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a pot over medium heat until crisp, about 6–8 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels, leaving drippings in the pot.
  2. Add unsalted butter to the bacon drippings. Once melted, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and butter. Stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to create a roux, ensuring it smells nutty but not browned.
  4. Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add diced potatoes and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Using a hand blender, puree roughly half the soup until smooth but still chunky. Alternatively, transfer half to a blender, pulse, and return to pot.
  6. Stir in half-and-half, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Heat on low, stirring until cheese melts, about 3–5 minutes. Do not boil.
  7. Stir in half the reserved bacon. Remove from heat.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and top with remaining bacon, sliced green onions, and extra shredded cheddar if desired.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or half-and-half to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken. Use freshly shredded sharp cheddar for best melting and flavor. Reserve some bacon for topping to keep it crispy. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use coconut milk and dairy-free yogurt alternatives.

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Keywords: loaded baked potato soup, creamy potato soup, Texas Roadhouse soup, comfort food, bacon soup, cheddar cheese soup

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