Cozy Up with Loaded Baked My Creamy Potato Soup Secret

Ingredients

• 6 medium russet potatoes (about 3 lbs / 1.36 kg), scrubbed and cubed
• 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
• 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (475ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (235ml) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, but highly recommended!)
• 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
• 2 cups (225g) shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or medium)
• 1 cup (225g) sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a tangier option)
• 1/4 cup (about 1 bunch) fresh chives, chopped