This copycat Saltgrass Baked Potato Soup recipe takes hearty to the next level. A creamy, thick and satisfying loaded baked potato soup that is blended down to give a perfect bowl of happiness.

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What makes this recipe so yummy

• If you can imagine, you have all the flavors of the bacon, the green onion, the cream and the potatoes all melted into one creamy soup, it's a loaded potato soup heaven.
• Due to the ease of which the soup comes together this copycat recipe could easily be cooked in either the crock pot or instant pot.
• This recipe uses simple ingredients, there's no fancy shmancy things you need to try to round up. You should have most of this in your pantry.
• A bowl of potato soup is the best thing on a cold day, ultimate comfort food.
• This is a great recipe for using up any leftover baked potatoes.

Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

• Bacon
• Yellow Onion
• Celery
• Carrot
• Green Onion
• Garlic
• Black Pepper
• White Pepper
• Creole Seasoning
• Russet Potatoes
• Chicken Broth
• Heavy Whipping Cream
• Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese

See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.

Recipe walkthrough: Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

• Step 1: Dice the bacon and add to a heavy bottomed pot, a large pot. Turn on the heat to medium-high and cook well.
• Step 2: While the bacon is cooking prepare the carrots, onion and celery - preferably in a food processor as it will get them chopped nice and fine.
• Step 3: Add to the bacon and drippings and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
• Step 4: Add the ⅓ cup of green onion and chopped garlic and cook a further 2 minutes.

• Step 5: Add the Creole Seasoning, the black Pepper and white pepper and mix well.
• Step 6: Add the diced potatoes, chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well to combine and bring to a boil over medium heat.
• Step 7: Turn down the heat and cover with a lid. Simmer for 2 hours.
• Step 8: Using and immersion blender (stick blender or standing blender but you'll have to let it cool down first) blend the soup until nice and creamy and smooth.

• Step 9: Add the grated cheddar cheese and stir into the soup until melted.
• Step 10: Serve immediately with optional garnish of crispy bacon pieces, chopped green onions and grated cheddar.

Recipe variations and substitute ideas

• Sour Cream - you could add some sour cream to really add to that loaded potato taste. It could also be offered as a garnish.
• Fresh Potatoes - To be honest with you, any potatoes would work in this recipe. Red potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes. I prefer the russet potatoes, I feel they're the perfect potatoes because they tend to fall apart more and I like the flavor and starchiness. It helps with the creamy texture.
• Sweet Potato - I haven't tried this with sweet potato, but I would love to hear from you if you try it.
• Red Onion - for more zip offer chopped red onion for garnish.
• Olive Oil - if you don't like the idea of keeping the bacon grease in the dish, dump it and use olive oil.
• Bouillon Cubes - use these to make your chicken broth, if needed.
• Raw Bacon - you could use this instead of cooking it at the beginning. Just throw it in. I'm not a fan of doing it this way.
• All Purpose Flour - to thicken if you don't want to use cream.
• Chicken Stock - instead of broth.
• Garlic Powder - for added flavor.
• Turkey Bacon - instead of regular bacon.
• Bacon bits - sprinkle some on top.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese - this is good for garnish too.

Necessary gear: Equipment

I like to use my Dutch Oven to make this potato soup. The heavy bottomed nature of it really helps lend an even cooking experience.

You could do with a food processor too to get those veggies chopped nice and fine, although it's not absolutely necessary. You could use a potato masher.

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How to store leftovers

Once the soup has cooled completely it will need to be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It will be good for up to 4 days. In fact, due to the nature of this soup and the flavors this Saltgrass Baked Potato Soup recipe will actually taste better the next day!

This soup does not freeze well so be sure to eat up those leftovers and not let any go to waste.

Mel's kitchen notes

If you're in a rush and you have an Instant Pot (or other pressure cooker) you could reduce the cooking time dramatically by pressure cooking the soup.

Other soup recipes I think you'll love

• Easy Taco Soup
• Corn and Crab Bisque
• Seafood Gumbo
• Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
• Shrimp and Corn Bisque
• 30 Minute Broccoli Cheddar Soup

For another copycat potato recipe you should try these Popeyes Mashed Potatoes, or this popular Thanksgiving Cracker Barrel Sweet Potato Casserole. They're both a really great side dish that are perfect for any occasion.

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