Loaded Pork & Potato Soup
Creamy, hearty potato soup loaded with crispy bacon-like pork, sharp cheddar, and fresh chives. Ready in 25 minutes—pure comfort in a bowl.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut potatoes into 3/4-inch cubes. Dice onion. Chop chives.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Add pork cubes, season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, 6–7 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in diced onion, cook 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 5
Pour in broth and add potato cubes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Step 6
Stir in cream and cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth, 1–2 minutes.
Step 7
Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and top with chives.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (6-quart or larger)
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- wooden spoon or ladle
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