Bacon And Mushroom Chowder Recipe

Ingredients for Bacon And Mushroom Chowder

• 1/2 pound bacon
• Chicken Broth
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups diced potatoes
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Cream Of Mushroom Soup
• 1 cup milk

How to Make Bacon And Mushroom Chowder

1. Cook 1/2 pound bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot.
2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, to the pot with the bacon grease and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in 6 cups of chicken stock and 2 cups of diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
4. Return the cooked bacon to the pot.
5. Stir in 1 cup of milk, 10.75 ounces can of condensed cream of mushroom soup, salt, and pepper to taste. Heat through gently – do not boil.
6. Serve hot and enjoy! Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if desired.