Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes and poke holes in them with a fork.
- Wrap each potato in aluminum foil and bake directly on the oven rack for about 1 hour until tender.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and sauté the chopped green onions until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add the chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste; let it simmer gently.
- Remove baked potatoes from the oven, chop into bite-sized pieces, and fold them into the soup along with shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with additional toppings like cheese or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, incorporate spices like smoked paprika or fresh herbs. - To make it vegetarian-friendly, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and use olive oil instead of butter. - Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for later enjoyment.