Potato Soup
This easy Potato Soup is a comforting meal perfect for chilly days.
Equipment
- large saucepan
Ingredients
Bacon and Vegetables
- 6 strips bacon, diced
- 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
- 1 small carrot, grated
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
Liquid Ingredients
- 1 can chicken broth (14-½ ounces)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups 2% milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
Optional Toppings
- 2 green onions thinly sliced optional
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; drain drippings and set bacon aside. Add vegetables, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes.
- Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese and bacon until melted. If desired, top with green onions and additional bacon.
Notes
For an extra touch, top with more bacon and green onions to serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 12gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 823mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g
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