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Absolutely Ultimate Potato Soup

SUBMITTED BY: Karena  PHOTO BY: Tricia Jaeger 

"I have made this for many whom have given it the title. This takes a bit of effort but is well worth it. Please note: for those who do not wish to use bacon, substitute 1/4 cup melted butter for the bacon grease and continue with the recipe. (I generally serve this soup as a special treat as it is not recommended for people counting calories.)"
Absolutely Ultimate Potato Soup Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 723 times with an average star rating of 4.7
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound bacon, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups chicken stock, or enough to cover potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 3 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until done. Remove bacon from pan, and set aside. Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the bacon grease.
  2. In the bacon grease remaining in the pan, saute the celery and onion until onion begins to turn clear. Add the garlic, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the cubed potatoes, and toss to coat. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Return the bacon to the pan, and add enough chicken stock to just cover the potatoes. Cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
  3. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour. Cook stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the heavy cream, tarragon and cilantro. Bring the cream mixture to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir the cream mixture into the potato mixture. Puree about 1/2 the soup, and return to the pan. Adjust seasonings to taste.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 1, 2003 by MAGGIEOK2 
This has to be one of the best tasting potato soup recipes I've tried. I think next time I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 9, 2003 by MS.VIC 
I have made this soup several times for many different people. Everyone LOVES it! I don't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 11, 2003 by KMCOOKS4RL 
I am a professional Chef and I teach Culinary classes, we used this recipe last night and it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 4, 2003 by JOHNJRSMOM 
This TRULY is the best potato soup you could ever have. Rich, creamy, full of flavor. You... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 12, 2002 by GINNYG 
This soup was awesome! The only change from the recipe that I made was to use fat-free 1/2 &... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 6, 2003 by BEVIN_VAN_LIEMPT 
Thank you so much for letting us enjoy this wonderful soup. It was one of the last things my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 4, 2003 by CELESTE ROSS 
Thankyou! Karena. What a rich & decadent soup!! As I'm devouring every bite. I feel like I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 21, 2005 by JOYCE 
This recipe is tops for potato soup in our house! We have 4 kids, ages 8 to 13, and they LOVED... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 10, 2002 by SUMMERK 
This is a wonderful recipe. I scaled it down to four servings, but after tasting it, I wished... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.67 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 2, 2002 by SHEILAMP 
This was absolutely delicious! I made this soup for dinner last night and my family loved it.... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Absolutely Ultimate Potato Soup

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 653

  • Total Fat: 48.4g
  • Cholesterol: 91mg
  • Sodium: 837mg
  • Total Carbs: 44.7g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 5.7g
  • Protein: 10.9g

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