Hearty Dairy-Free Loaded Baked Potato Soup From Scratch!
Hearty dairy-free loaded baked potato soup made with leftovers for a rich, creamy, comforting family dinner!
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Equipment
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- knife
- cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Immersion blender
Ingredients
- 5 slices bacon chopped
- 3-4 large leftover baked potatoes cut into 1 inch chunks
- 1/2 large white onion finely chopped
- 2 celery sticks finely chopped
- 4 tbsp plant-based butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup dairy-free heavy cream
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Dried parsley for garnish optional
- Dairy-free shredded cheddar optional
Instructions
- Add the chopped bacon to a large pot over medium heat.Cook until crispy, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Add the chopped onion, celery, and plant-based butter to the pot.Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Pour in the chicken stock and dairy-free cream.Bring to a gentle boil, stirring as it heats.
- Add the chopped baked potatoes, cooked bacon, paprika, salt, pepper, and nutritional yeast.Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
- Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup.Blend just enough to thicken while still leaving chunks of potato for texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.Serve hot with optional dried parsley and dairy-free shredded cheese.
Notes
- Leftover baked potatoes work best because they hold their shape and flavor
- Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy depth without dairy
- The soup thickens more as it sits
Storage
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave
- Freezing is not recommended due to the dairy-free cream texture
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Servings: 4 servings
Cost: $10