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Smoked Bacon & Potato Soup

This soup is rich, cozy and creamy. The Gouda enhances the smokiness and give it a unique flavor. 
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Course Main Course

Equipment

  • 1/2 lb bacon

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lb bacon
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 8 cups peeled, diced russet potatoes
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded gouda
  • 1 (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • In the base of a skillet, cook bacon pieces until crisp. Remove and set aside. In the bacon drippings, saute the onions and celery until softened, 10-12 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  • While sauting, place the potatoes and chicken broth in a pot. Boil over medium heat and then reduce until softened. Add the onion, celery and garlic mixture.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, combine the cream cheese, gouda and cream of chicken soup. Microwave in 30-second increments until melted and smooth. Whisk into the broth, stirring constantly. Then, stir in the heavy cream. Lastly, add the crisp bacon. Season with pepper, to taste.