Black Angus Baked Potato Soup is a creamy and hearty soup made with baked potatoes, cheese, bacon, and other ingredients. It is a popular menu item at the Black Angus Steakhouse chain of restaurants.
Main ingredients
Potatoes, Unsalted butter, All-purpose flour, Whole milk, Heavy cream, Sour cream, Green onions, Black pepper, Salt, Shredded cheddar cheese, Crumbled bacon
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Detailed Ingredients and Quantity
| Ingredients | Quantity |
| Potatoes | 4 large baking potatoes, scrubbed and baked |
| Unsalted butter | 6 tablespoons unsalted butter |
| All-purpose flour | 2/3 cup |
| Whole milk | 6 cups |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Sour cream | 1/2 cup |
| Green onions | 1/4 cup chopped green onions (plus extra for garnish) |
| Black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for garnish) | 1 cup |
| Crumbled bacon | 1/2 cup (plus extra for garnish) |
Steps to prepare sweet potato soup
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Baked potatoes should be cut into small cubes and set aside.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a big pot. To make a roux, add the flour and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually add the milk and heavy cream to the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, sour cream, green onions, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well.
- Using a hand-held blender, blend the soup until it’s smooth and creamy (alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth).
- After the soup is finished cooking, add the cheddar cheese, and bacon, and stir until the cheese has melted.
- Serve the soup in bowls, topped with additional green onions, cheddar cheese, and bacon.
Nutrients facts
- Calories: 635
- Total Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Cholesterol: 136mg
- Sodium: 1152mg
- Potassium: 1082 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 13g
- Protein: 20g
- Vitamin A: 34%
- Vitamin C: 21%
- Calcium: 52%
- Iron: 10%
Serving suggestions
- Toppings: This soup is traditionally served with toppings such as chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
- Bread: Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or garlic bread to soak up the delicious broth.
- Salad: Balance the richness of the soup by serving it with a light and fresh salad. A simple mixed greens salad with a vinaigrette dressing would be a great choice.
- Appetizer: If serving as a starter, serve the soup in smaller portions with a few crackers or crostini on the side.
Variations (similar kinds of soups with the same ingredients)
- Loaded Baked Potato Casserole: This casserole is made with baked potatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, and bacon – all the same ingredients as the soup! Simply layer the ingredients in a casserole dish and bake until bubbly and golden.
- Twice-Baked Potatoes: Similar to the soup, twice-baked potatoes are made with baked potatoes that are scooped out, mashed, and mixed with cheese, sour cream, and bacon before being baked again until crispy on top.
- Potato Skins: Another appetizer option, potato skins are made by scooping out the potato flesh from baked potatoes and filling them with cheese, bacon, and green onions before baking until crispy.
- Loaded Potato Salad: This potato salad is a twist on the classic recipe and is made with baked potatoes instead of boiled. Mix the potatoes with cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, and sour cream for a creamy and indulgent side dish.
- Cheesy Potato Soup: Similar to Black Angus Baked Potato Soup, this soup is made with baked potatoes, cheese, and bacon. However, it also includes carrots, celery, and onions for extra flavor.