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leslie's easy potato soup

(2 RATINGS)
71 Pinches
LeslieA avatar
Midland, MI
Updated on Dec 21, 2011

My sons and I were hungry for Potato Soup, one afternoon, so I invented this recipe. Hope you all enjoy it!

prep time 40 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6-8 medium peeled,cubed potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery powder
  • 2 teaspoons chives, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 1 package bacon bits or
  • 1 cup cooked cubed ham
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • - salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup colby jack, or mild cheddar cheese

How To Make leslie's easy potato soup

  • Step 1
    Melt butter in fry pan or heavy 3 quart sauce pan. Add olive oil, potatoes,celery and onions. Saute until onions are transparent and celery is almost tender.
  • Step 2
    Add the water,bullion, celery powder, onion powder, bacon bits,and chives. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until potatoes are tender.
  • Step 3
    Stir in heavy cream and milk. Simmer over low heat until soup is hot. Stir in 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 4
    Thicken, if needed with flour or cornstarch.
  • Step 5
    If you're short on funds, milk can be used in place of heavy cream. Just thicken.
  • Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

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