Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Copycat Outback Loaded Baked Potato Soup, a creamy and hearty dish that brings the iconic Outback Steakhouse experience right to your home kitchen. This rich soup features tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese, making it the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also easy to prepare with simple ingredients. Customize it with your favorite toppings to suit your taste, and enjoy a warm bowl of goodness any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5–6 slices uncooked bacon, diced (reserve some for garnish if desired)
- 1 medium yellow or white onion, finely diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- 5–6 small yellow potatoes, diced (peeled if desired)
- 32 oz vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chives, bacon, and shredded cheese for garnish
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced bacon until crispy, then add minced garlic and diced onion; cook until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until fork-tender. Mash some potatoes for a thicker texture if desired.
- Stir in heavy cream (or milk), Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and shredded cheddar cheese. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with reserved bacon crumbles, chives, and extra cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For vegetarian options, replace bacon with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth. Enhance flavor by adding spices like cayenne pepper or fresh herbs. Blend part of the soup for a smoother consistency if preferred.