Loaded Potato Soup Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 863

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds a creamy texture; milk is more budget-friendly.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor; processed cheese is often cheaper.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat; ham can be a more affordable option.

Peel and dice the potatoes.

In a large pot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.

Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.

Blend the mixture until smooth, then return to the pot.

Stir in heavy cream, cheese, and cooked bacon; heat through.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Garnish with green onions before serving.

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