JIM'S POTATO SOUP

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Our kids claimed they didn't like potato soup. But after one taste of my version, they came clamoring for seconds! The secret is adding cayenne pepper to give it a little kick, plus topping it with cheese and bacon bits.-Jim Wick, Orlando, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup diced celery
1/3 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 quart milk
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 medium potatoes, peeled and cooked
Chives, shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. Dutch oven or kettle, saute celery, carrot and onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add bouillon, parsley, salt, seasoned salt and cayenne. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cube half of the potatoes and mash the other half; add all to the soup. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Garnish individual servings with chives, cheese and bacon bits if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Shyam Gupta
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This potato soup is delicious! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the cheese and bacon add a touch of richness and smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Nandy Mntungwa
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This potato soup is amazing! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice touch of smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Ramadhan Mdeme
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This potato soup is delicious! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the cheese and bacon add a touch of richness and smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


noluvmali 23
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This potato soup is amazing! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice touch of smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Felipe Garcia jr
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I love this potato soup! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice touch of smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Sanu Chaudhary
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This potato soup is delicious! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the cheese and bacon add a touch of richness and smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


susma sapkota
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This is a great potato soup recipe. The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice touch of smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Arfin Akash
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The soup is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. I also love that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Blessing Hubby
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This potato soup is amazing! I love the creamy texture and the rich flavor. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and easy meal.


kadugala edgar
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice touch of smokiness. I also appreciate that the soup is relatively easy to make.


Nancie Kay
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I've tried many potato soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of russet potatoes, cheddar cheese, and bacon is perfect. The soup is also very filling and satisfying.


Jane Shery
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This potato soup is incredibly creamy and flavorful. I love how the cheese and bacon add a touch of richness and smokiness. The soup is also very easy to make, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.