COMFORTING CREAM CHEESE POTATO SOUP WITH BACON OR HAM

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What a wonderful creamy and comforting potato soup! Garnish with additional snipped parsley and crumbled bacon or diced ham, as desired. Add a side salad and crusty baguette for a tasty lunch or light dinner. Perfect for a chilly autumn or winter's day...

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups organic chicken broth
6 cups peeled and cubed potatoes (russets)
1/3 cup white onion, finely chopped
salt (optional, to taste)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon or 1 cup diced ham
12 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into chunks

Steps:

  • In a stockpot or Dutch oven, bring the broth to a boil over high heat.
  • Add diced potatoes and onions and return to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, partially cover and cook 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  • Using a potato masher, coarsely mash the potatoes in the pot (do not drain).
  • Add seasonings, parsley, crumbled cooked bacon or diced ham, and the chunks of cream cheese.
  • Cook and stir for a few minutes, until cheese is melted. Stir well to combine.
  • Serve soup hot with a side salad and a crusty baguette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.2, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 45.6, Sodium 1338.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 5.6, Protein 17.6

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