Bacon And Potato Soup Ii Recipe

Ingredients for Bacon And Potato Soup Ii

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
• White Pepper
• 6 cups chicken broth
• Cooked Bacon
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup milk
• Fat Free Half And Half
• Parsley

How to Make Bacon And Potato Soup Ii

1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth, add 2 pounds of peeled and cubed potatoes, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
4. Let the soup cool slightly before proceeding to the next step.
5. Carefully puree half of the soup at a time using an immersion blender or a regular blender (in batches).
6. Return the pureed soup to the saucepan. Stir in 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, and salt to taste.
7. Gently reheat the soup, being careful not to boil.
8. Serve immediately in bowls, topped with 4 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon.