potato soup with pumpernickel gratin

Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Jan 9, 2013

This is courtesy of Betty Crocker. I found this by accident while researching pumpernickel bread. Couldn't resist these ingredients!

prep time 35 Min
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 - 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped (3 cups)
  • 2 cans (14 oz. ea.) beef broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon caraway seed (i prefer a little more)
  • 4 slices pumpernickel bread, 1/2-inch thick
  • 4 ounces shredded swiss cheese

How To Make potato soup with pumpernickel gratin

  • Step 1
    In a dutch oven over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp; remove, reserving drippings. Drain bacon on paper towels and set aside.
  • Step 2
    Add celery and onion to the bacon drippings. Cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Drain.
  • Step 3
    Add potatoes, broth, water, caraway seed and cooked bacon (broken into 1-inch pieces). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Step 4
    Meanwhile, place bread slices on an ungreased cookie sheet. Broil 3 to 5 inches from heat for 2 to 4 minutes or until toasted, turning once. Sprinkle each bread slice with about 1/4 cup of swiss cheese. Broil 1 to 3 minutes more or until cheese is bubbly.
  • Step 5
    To serve, ladle soup into individual bowls. Top each bowl with 1 cheese-topped bread slice.
  • Step 6
    Enjoy!

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Category: Other Soups
Keyword: #comfort
Keyword: #cheesy
Keyword: #meaty
Culture: German
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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