BACON AND POTATO SOUP

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This contest winning recipe comes from Quick Cooking Magazine. From start to finish you can have a savory meal on the table in about 30 minutes.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices bacon, diced
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 small carrot, grated
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp; drain.
  • Add potatoes, broth, carrot, onion, parsley, celery seed, salt and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Combine flour and milk until smooth; add to soup.
  • Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Add cheese; stir until cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
  • Garnish with green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 965.1, Fat 50.7, SaturatedFat 28.5, Cholesterol 157.2, Sodium 3207.9, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 7, Sugar 14.4, Protein 44.2

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