Ingredients: – 4 large russet potatoe – 4 slices bacon, chopped – 1/4 cup unsalted butter – 1/4 cup all-purpose flour – 4 cups whole milk – 1 cup chicken broth – 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese – 1/2 cup sour cream – Salt and black pepper, to taste – Chopped chives or green onions, for garnish – Additional shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes clean and pierce them several times with a fork. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
While the potatoes are baking, cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Reserve the bacon grease in the skillet for later use.
Once the baked potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving a thin layer of potato attached to the skin. Set the potato skins aside for later.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour to the pot and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in the whole milk and chicken broth, stirring until the mixture is smooth and thickened. Add the scooped-out potato flesh to the pot and use a potato masher to break it up and incorporate it into the soup.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until melted and well combined. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed. If the soup is too thick, you can thin it out with additional milk or chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.
Ladle the baked potato soup into the reserved potato skins or into serving bowls.Garnish the soup with the cooked bacon pieces, chopped chives or green onions, and additional shredded cheddar cheese.
Serve the Houlihan’s Baked Potato Soup hot and enjoy the delightful combination of creamy potato soup, savory bacon, and cheesy goodness!
This recipe unveils the delight of Houlihan’s famous Baked Potato Soup, with its rich and creamy texture, savory bacon, and comforting flavors. It's perfect for warming up on chilly days and sure to become a favorite comfort food in your home.
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