Rich, smoky and full of comfort, this Loaded Potato Bacon Soup made with Kountry Boys Thick-Sliced Original Bacon is the perfect way to warm up any day. Creamy, hearty and Texas-style to the core.
Difficulty: Easy
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Serves: 6
INGREDIENTS
6 strips of Kountry Boys Thick-Sliced Original Bacon , cut into 1 inch pieces
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 medium white onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
5 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings, such as sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped chives or pickled jalapeños
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat stockpot over medium and add bacon. Cook until fat has rendered and bacon is crispy. Remove bacon from stockpot and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
Add butter to the stockpot, stirring to combine with the bacon fat. Add white onions and cook until translucent, about 5 mins, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 secs.
Whisk in the flour and cook for about 5 mins, until the flour begins to smell toasty. Add the chicken broth and potatoes and bring mixture to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 15 mins, stirring often and breaking up potatoes with a wooden spoon.
Once the soup has reached your desired consistency, ladle into bowls and load 'em up with your favorite toppings.
Description
Some nights just call for a big pot of comfort — the kind that warms you up from the inside out. This Loaded Potato Bacon Soup is exactly that. It’s rich, hearty and full of everything that makes a cold day feel a little more like home. Made with crispy Kountry Boys Bacon and a spoonful of buttery goodness, it’s the kind of recipe that turns simple ingredients into something special.
Around here, we don’t believe in skimping on flavor. That’s why this soup starts with Kountry Boys Original Bacon, cooked low and slow until every strip is crisp and the fat is rendered down to pure gold. That bacon fat mingles with melted butter to make a base that’s smoky, savory and absolutely irresistible. Add tender potatoes, a little onion, and a handful of cheddar cheese, and you’ve got a bowl that’s worth slowing down for.
Whether you’re coming in from a long day of work, winding down after a weekend hunt, or just craving something that sticks to your ribs, this recipe hits the spot. It’s cozy, simple and built on the same kind of honest flavor that makes Kountry Boys a Texas favorite.
Built on Bacon and Butter
Good soup starts with good flavor, and that begins at the bottom of the pot. When you fry up Kountry Boys Bacon, you’re not just making a topping — you’re building the foundation for the whole dish. The sizzle, the smell, that little curl as each piece crisps up — that’s the sign you’re on the right track.
Once the bacon’s done, don’t even think about pouring off that fat. That’s liquid flavor, and it’s what gives this soup its deep, smoky base. Add a few tablespoons of butter to melt right into it, then toss in diced onions. They’ll soak up every bit of that bacon flavor, turning translucent and soft in just a few minutes. The aroma alone will have the whole house wandering into the kitchen asking what’s cooking.
Next comes the garlic. Just a quick stir is all it takes to bring out its sweetness — you’ll know it’s ready when the smell turns nutty and rich. Sprinkle in the flour and keep stirring until it starts to brown slightly. That step’s what gives your soup body and that creamy texture without needing to add cream.
Now pour in the chicken broth, whisking as you go. The flour will thicken things up while the broth pulls up every last bit of flavor stuck to the bottom of the pot. It’s one of those moments where the simple act of stirring feels a little like magic.
Potatoes, Patience and a Whole Lotta Flavor
With the base bubbling away, it’s time to bring in the star of the show — those tender russet potatoes. They’ve already been boiled just enough to soften up, so when you add them to the broth, they start to break down and thicken the soup naturally.
As the soup simmers, give it a good stir every few minutes, gently mashing the potatoes against the side of the pot with your spoon. This helps create that perfect in-between texture — thick and creamy but still full of hearty potato chunks.
Season with salt and pepper, but don’t rush the taste test. As the soup cooks, the flavors deepen, and you’ll want to wait until the end before adding more salt since the bacon already brings plenty of it to the party.
After about 15 minutes, you’ll notice the soup has gone from thin to thick and rich. That’s when you stir in a cup of shredded cheddar cheese. It melts right into the broth, blending with the potatoes and bacon flavor to create that creamy, comforting finish we all crave on a cold night.
Load ’Em Up, Texas-Style
Now for the fun part — loading it up.
Once your soup’s reached that perfect consistency, ladle it into bowls and pile on your favorite toppings. The classics never miss: crispy bacon bits, a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions or a sprinkle of chopped chives for freshness. But if you want to give it a true Texas twist, add a few pickled jalapeños for a pop of heat that cuts through the richness.
If you’re feeding a crowd, set out all the toppings buffet-style and let everyone customize their bowl. You’ll see some folks go heavy on the cheese, others on the bacon, and someone always adds way too many jalapeños — and that’s half the fun.
Pro tip: don’t skip the garnish. Those little details take a good bowl of soup and make it something people remember. The smell of bacon, the creamy texture of the potatoes, and that little bit of crunch on top — that’s comfort food done right.
A Bowl Full of Texas Comfort
There’s a reason loaded potato soup holds a special place in Southern kitchens. It’s the kind of recipe that feels like home no matter where you’re from. It’s warm, hearty and made with the same down-to-earth ingredients we’ve all grown up on.
But what makes this version extra special is that Kountry Boys touch. When you start with real, thick-cut bacon made right here in Texas, you don’t need much else to make a meal worth remembering. It’s proof that simple food, done right, can taste like a hug in a bowl.
This soup is perfect for chilly nights, weekend gatherings or just when you want something that’ll stick with you after a long day. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread or a handful of crackers, and you’ve got a full meal that’s as filling as it is flavorful.
And the best part? It’s even better the next day. The flavors deepen overnight, so if you’ve got leftovers (which is a big if), you’re in for a treat. Just warm it gently on the stove with a splash of broth or milk, and it’ll taste just as good as it did fresh out of the pot.
So next time you’re craving something hearty and homemade, skip the takeout. Grab a pack of Kountry Boys Bacon, a few potatoes and a stick of butter, and make this loaded potato soup the way Texans do — simple, soulful and full of flavor.
Looking for more ways to load up your plate? Check out other tasty Texas recipes that’ll stick to your ribs like our Pierogi Casserole or our Kowboy Casserole.