Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

4 large potatoes, diced: These will form the base of your soup. Dicing them helps them cook faster and ensures they’re evenly distributed throughout the soup.

Water, enough to cover the potatoes: Used to cook the potatoes and create the soup base.

1 cup diced onions: Adds flavor and a bit of texture to the soup.

2 cups milk: Provides a creamy base for the soup.

3 chicken bouillon cubes: These add a rich, savory flavor to the soup. You can also use chicken broth or stock if preferred.

2 tablespoons flour: Used as a thickening agent for the soup.

2 tablespoons dried parsley: Adds a hint of freshness and color.

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder: Provides a subtle garlic flavor.

1 teaspoon dried basil: Adds a touch of herbal flavor.

1 teaspoon salt: Enhances the overall flavor of the soup.

1 teaspoon pepper: Adds a bit of heat and seasoning.

1 teaspoon hot sauce: Gives the soup a slight kick; adjust to taste.

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for garnish): Melts into the soup to make it creamy and cheesy.

6 slices turkey bacon, fried: Adds a crispy, savory topping to the soup.