Hearty Ranch and Bacon Potato Soup Recipe
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Hearty Ranch and Bacon Potato Soup

By: julie c  
"This thick and chunky soup is a great meal on a cold winter night! The ranch just gives it that little extra zing that is hard to put your finger on."

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What to Drink?

Wine Chardonnay
Prep Time:
25 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 10 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 6 slices smoked bacon
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 1 (32 ounce) carton low-sodium chicken broth
  • 10 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
  • 2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion

Directions

  1. Place the bacon in a large Dutch oven and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate, crumble and reserve for topping.
  2. Cook and stir the onions and celery in the bacon drippings until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add chicken broth and potatoes, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender. Remove from heat and mash about 1/3 of the potatoes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine flour and dry ranch mix. Whisk in the half-and-half and sour cream, beating well to combine thoroughly. Slowly whisk the sour cream mixture into the soup. Gently heat soup over medium heat to warm, do not boil. Season the soup with salt and pepper. To serve, top each bowl of soup with a sprinkle of bacon crumbles, Cheddar cheese and green onion.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 552 | Total Fat: 27.8g | Cholesterol: 81mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2008 by CevieCupcake 
My husband and I made this recipe the other night, and it turned out delicious! It tastes... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 8, 2008 by julie c 
Trust me, if you like potato soup you will love this. I suggest using 4 Tbl spoons flour. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2008 by Linda H 
This was my first attempt at Potato Soup...my husband and I loved it. I took the advice of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2008 by youiframing 
TOO SALTY! whoops, forgot to use low sodium broth... next time would be a must; otherwise a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2008 by Annette and Jason 
great recipe. I kinda overcooked my potatoes waiting for my hubby to come home, but I know... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2008 by Shelly 
Yummy! I tossed the bacon and about half the cheese in the soup. Used the remaining cheese... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2008 by Lisa 
I just love this recipe and as well as my family! It's a good warm your belly meal for those... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2008 by dnthomas 
This recipe is great. Instead of just using 6 slices of bacon, I used a whole pound - maple... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2008 by michelemybell 
Tastes great! I accidentally burned my bacon though, so the soup ended up being a gross... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2008 by trish 
Our family enjoyed it, but I wouldn't make it again without figuring how to add alot more... MORE

 
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