INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup chopped onion ( I mince my onion and celery- I love the flavor added but not the texture)
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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8 tablespoons butter
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5 cups diced peeled potatoes
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2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
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12 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese (I like the shredded cracker barrel cheese- extra sharp cheddar)
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1 pint light whipping cream
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2 cups water
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8 ounces of cooked bacon plus more for garnish
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4 tablespoons flour
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1/2 teaspoon white pepper
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 tablespoon dried parsley