Ya'll asked so I'm excited to share with you my Loaded Potato Soup recipe! It's a heartwarming blend of creamy Idaho potatoes, rich cheeses, and savory bacon, all simmered to perfection. It's a comforting, hearty dish that promises to satisfy with every spoonful!

Ingredients:

• 6 strips of thick bacon, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 5 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 large Idaho potatoes
• 4 cups milk
• 1 quart chicken stock
• Boudreaux's Backyard Prime Beef & Chop Seasoning (to taste)
• Boudreaux's Backyard Low & Slow Simmer Seasoning (to taste)
• 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 oz Colby Jack cheese
• Optional garnishes: green onions, pepper relish, extra cheese

Directions:

1. Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside.
2. Sauté Onions: In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until soft.
3. Add Garlic and Butter: Stir in the minced garlic and butter, cooking until the garlic is fragrant.
4. Prepare Potatoes: Wash the potatoes, removing any unsightly parts while leaving about half of the skin on. Cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces and add them to the pot.
5. Simmer Soup: Pour in the chicken stock and milk. Add Boudreaux's Backyard seasonings to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are soft.
6. Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender or potato masher to blend the soup to your desired consistency.
7. Add Cheese: Grate the sharp cheddar and Colby Jack cheese, then stir into the soup until melted.
8. Final Simmer: If using, add chopped green onions and simmer the soup for another 10 minutes.
9. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the soup with the reserved bacon crumbles, additional cheese, pepper relish, or other toppings of your choice. Serve hot and enjoy!