LAURA BUSH'S BAKED POTATO SOUP

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Make and share this Laura Bush's Baked Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Hadice

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups left over mashed potatoes
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 lb bacon, diced,cooked and drained well (freeze bacon for easier cutting)
1 large red pepper, diced
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup chives, minced
4 tablespoons sour cream
2 -3 cups half-and-half or 2 -3 cups milk
kosher salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, saute onions and red pepper over medium heat in 2 tablespoons butter until onions are clear.
  • Add bacon, potatoes and whipping cream to desired consistency.
  • Skim milk or chicken stock may be used to reduce calories.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Warm.
  • Serve with a garnish of a dollop of sour cream, grated cheese and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 840.1, Fat 65.7, SaturatedFat 35.9, Cholesterol 191.9, Sodium 1246.1, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 20.3

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