"Mami's Jalapeño Soup! Comforting, cheesy, spicy... what better way to warm up than with this? The creamy soup brings crispy bacon and sautéed jalapeños together for a touch of succulence and heat. Tender Yukon Gold potatoes bob happily in the broth, which has rich cream cheese and shredded cheddar melted right in for the perfect velvety texture. Topped with the Tex-Mex treats of your fancy, Mami's Jalapeño Soup is the perfect blend of spicy, savory, and creamy — all in one bowl!..."
INGREDIENTS
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***For the soup:***
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1 pound bacon, chopped
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4 jalapeño peppers, deseeded and diced
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1/2 cup onions, diced
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2 teaspoons garlic, minced
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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3 cups half-and-half
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6 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
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1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened, cut into pieces
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2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
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kosher salt, to taste
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freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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***Optional, for serving:***
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jalapeño peppers, to taste, deseeded and diced
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green onions, to taste, sliced
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cheddar cheese, to taste, shredded