When it comes to comfort food, few things can beat a bowl of warm, delicious soup. And if you’re a fan of potatoes and cheesy goodness, Loaded Hash Brown Soup is a must-try dish! This heavenly concoction combines hash browns, savory bacon, and a decadent cream base topped with cheese and green onions. Perfect for a cozy night in or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to be a hit. We present to you the best Loaded Hash Brown Soup recipe to elevate your dining experience.

Ingredients:

– 1 (32 oz) package frozen hash browns

– 6 cups chicken broth

– 1 small onion, diced

– 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped

– 1 cup sour cream

– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

– 3 tbsp unsalted butter

– 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

– 2 cups whole milk or heavy cream

– 1 tsp salt

– 1/2 tsp black pepper

– 1/4 tsp garlic powder

– Optional toppings: chopped green onions, additional cheese, bacon bits

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine hash browns and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.

2. As the hash browns cook, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent – about 5 minutes.

3. Next, stir in flour and cook for another minute or so until you have created a roux. Gradually whisk in the whole milk or heavy cream until well-combined and smooth.

4. Allow the creamy mixture to simmer for around 5 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally until it thickens.

5. Add the thick, creamy sauce to the hash brown and broth mixture in the pot. Stir well until fully combined and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

6. Remove your soup from heat and mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the cheese melts throughout the soup.

7. Serve this delectable Loaded Hash Brown Soup piping hot, garnishing with additional shredded cheese, bacon bits, and chopped green onions if desired.

Tips:

– If you prefer a thicker consistency for your soup, you can opt to add more flour or cornstarch to the base.

– Experiment with different cheeses such as Pepper Jack or Gouda for a slightly different flavor profile.

– For a vegetarian option, you can use vegetable broth instead of