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Bacon and Potato Soup

SUBMITTED BY: Kwollak  PHOTO BY: Redly 

"A delicious winter warmer."
Bacon and Potato Soup Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 227 times with an average star rating of 4.6
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  35 Min
READY IN  50 Min
Original recipe yield 5 -6 cups

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 6 thick slices bacon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 4 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cups cubed potatoes
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

What to Drink?
Wine Chardonnay

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cook bacon until crisp in 3-quart saucepan, remove and drain well on paper towels. Discard bacon grease and wipe pan thoroughly with paper towel.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare vegetables. Add olive oil to saucepan and add onion, carrot, and celery as they are cut up. Saute until onion is soft but not brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and pepper; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Stir in cheese, heating just until melted--do not boil. Chop bacon and add to soup. Adjust seasoning to taste by adding salt, if desired. Serve at once.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 2, 2004 by JENTRESET 
I changed a few things and all the neighbors loved it-5 people asked for the recipe.Instead of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 6, 2006 by KITTEY 
As usual, I read reviews - nearly 6 pgs of them - got tickled that several reviewers didn't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 5, 2007 by calicaliente 
Excellent flavor! I made just a few modifications- sauteed the veggies in the bacon fat &... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 2, 2005 by Creative Catering 
I make about 20 soups a month and almost never make the same soup twice in a month however... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 9, 2002 by HARMONYRN 
This was very tasty! I used regular chicken broth, not low salt. I pureed half of the soup... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 11, 2007 by BoneyardDiva 
This soup is delicious! I didn't think it would thicken up after I poured in 4 cups of chicken... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 11, 2006 by ej 
No good. Only decent after MAJOR changes. It was like potatoes in broth, not a creamy hearty... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 11, 2004 by DREGINEK 
Great soup and my daughter shouted "mom-give this five stars!" My boyfriend ate 3 bowls (and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 9, 2002 by Miss Molly 
This recipe is the greates. I used pepper bacon and homemade chicken broth. The pepper bacon... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.59 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 31, 2003 by Doug Matthews 
Great Soup - Next time I plan to puree it smooth prior to adding the cheese and bacon - maybe... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Bacon and Potato Soup

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 365

  • Total Fat: 26.2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg
  • Sodium: 810mg
  • Total Carbs: 21.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 3.2g
  • Protein: 10g

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