40min · 5 servings LOADED POTATO SOUP • 5 medium-sized potatoes salted and boiled • 1/2 lb bacon • 3 TBSP Butter • 1/2 large onion • 4 cloves garlic • 3 TBSP flour • 2 cups half and half • 2 cups chicken broth • 1/2 cup sour cream • 1/2 cup mild cheddar • 2 tsp white pepper • 2 tsp thyme • 1 tbsp parsley • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper • (Add more salt to taste) • Top with green onions, bacon, French fried onions,and extra cheese or sour cream like a baked potato Loaded potato soup is the ultimate comfort food recipe for the fall and winter. This is a great dinner idea that is budget friendly.