bennigan's baked potato soup knockoff

EAST MOLINE, IL
Updated on Aug 18, 2012

I have been trying to replicate their soup for some time now and this recipe is spot on.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 7 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 5 cups diced and peeled russet potato's
  • 1 - 32 0z carton chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups half and half
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup finely diced onion
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion (greens only) for garnish

How To Make bennigan's baked potato soup knockoff

  • Step 1
    In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crispy. Remove from skillet, reserving fat in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towel. In same skillet, cook onion in bacon fat over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender.
  • Step 2
    Add potato, onion, broth, salt and pepper to 4qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low setting for 6-7 hours.
  • Step 3
    In small bowl, beat flour and half-and-half with wire whisk until well blended; stir into soup. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook about 30 minutes longer or until thickened. Stir in 2 cups cheese until well melted. Spoon into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, a bit more cheese and green onion.

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Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes

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