~ easy cheesy bacon tater soup ~

Name: ~ Easy Cheesy Bacon Tater Soup ~
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tablespoon(s) butter; 4 clove(s) garlic, chopped; 1 large onion, thin sliced; 2 - leeks, cleaned and sliced; 10 ounce(s) lean smoked bacon, chopped; 1 - 32 ounce(s) chicken stock; 2 1/2 tablespoon(s) flour; 1 pound - peeled russet potatoes, cubed; 1 - 8 ounce(s) block, cheddar cheese - shredded...i like using white cheddar, but was out; 1 cup(s) cream; Salt - and pepper to taste

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CJ *

Somewhere, PA

Updated on Sep 30, 2016

When I was working as head cooks assistant, at the hospital, I had to make 2 large pots of soup a day, for the cafe. I made this awesome soup and they couldn't get enough. It was always first to go. I hope you like it as much as they did! Enjoy!

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 30 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 - 6

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large onion, thin sliced
2 - leeks, cleaned and sliced
10 ounces lean smoked bacon, chopped
1 - 32 ounces chicken stock
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 pound - peeled russet potatoes, cubed
1 - 8 ounces block, cheddar cheese - shredded...i like using white cheddar, but was out
1 cup cream
Salt - and pepper to taste

How To Make ~ easy cheesy bacon tater soup ~

Step 1

In Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat and to the butter add the onion and garlic, sauté for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally so not to burn.

Step 2

Add the bacon and leeks, sauté for 3 to 4 minutes longer, stirring often.
Step 3

Whisk flour with enough broth to make a paste. Now stir the paste into the veggies and continue cooking for a few minutes. Now stir in remaining broth. Add potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender.
Step 4

Now, stir in the cream and cook another few minutes. Now stir in the cheese until it has melted.
Step 5

Serve immediately with additional cheese atop! Enjoy!
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