Bacon and Potato Soup

Name: Bacon and Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 5 -6 cups
Ingredients: 6 thick slices bacon; 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil; ½ cup chopped onion; ½ cup chopped carrots; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 4 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth; 4 cups cubed potatoes; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese; ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Rating: 4.55 stars

475 Ratings
357 Reviews
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A delicious winter warmer.

By Kwollak

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prep:

15 mins

cook:

35 mins

total:

50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

5 -6 cups

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
Cook bacon until crisp in 3-quart saucepan, remove and drain well on paper towels. Discard bacon grease and wipe pan thoroughly with paper towel.

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Step 2
Meanwhile, prepare vegetables. Add olive oil to saucepan and add onion, carrot, and celery as they are cut up. Saute until onion is soft but not brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in chicken broth, potatoes, and pepper; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in cheese, heating just until melted--do not boil. Chop bacon and add to soup. Adjust seasoning to taste by adding salt, if desired. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

324 calories; protein 10.8g; carbohydrates 21.5g; fat 21.7g; cholesterol 35.7mg; sodium 812.5mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (357)

Most helpful positive review

KITTEY

01/07/2006

As usual, I read reviews - nearly 6 pgs of them - got tickled that several reviewers didn't really REVIEW; they REVAMPED the soup into something entirely different from Kwollaks original. Suit yourself, but this soup, just as it IS, is wonderful. I made this for a "Gourmet Group" and all agreed that it is terrific. Being part of such a group, I actually used fresh chicken broth, made from boiling a real chicken and no-salt added. Thank you-this soup was a HIT! Read More

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Rachelle Vernon Jones

06/11/2006

No good. Only decent after MAJOR changes. It was like potatoes in broth not a creamy hearty soup. I had to add milk knorr chicken bouillion and more to make it palatable. Will trash this recipe- not for us sorry. Maybe better suited to those looking for a brothy potato soup vs. a hearty creamy one? Read More

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475 Ratings

5 star values: 327
4 star values: 104
3 star values: 28
2 star values: 8
1 star values: 8

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KITTEY

01/07/2006

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JENTRESET

02/02/2004

I changed a few things and all the neighbors loved it-5 people asked for the recipe.Instead of bacon I used 3cups chopped ham (leftover from Thanksgiving), I changed to regular chicken broth, 2 cups of cheddar, omitted the salt, added 1/2 cup milk, 3 chopped green onions, and 1 TBSP parsley. BEST SOUP EVER!!! Read More

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calicaliente

09/05/2007

Excellent flavor! I made just a few modifications- sauteed the veggies in the bacon fat & used 1/2 chicken broth & 1/2 milk to make it a little creamier. I also used a potato masher to break up the potatoes in the pot prior to serving. My husband and toddler gobbled it up! Read More

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David Calderon

10/02/2005

I make about 20 soups a month and almost never make the same soup twice in a month however I've made this soup 4 times in the same month it is to die for people can't get enough of it. I'm a caterer for small event (under 50 people). I cater to all types of people from blue collars to suits and they all love this soup just the same. It will become a perminate item on my menu. Thanks so much!?! Read More

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Cemetery

03/11/2007

This soup is delicious! I didn't think it would thicken up after I poured in 4 cups of chicken broth, but after simmering, I had no trouble with the thickness. I would recommend maybe 3/4 cup of cheese instead of 1/2. Other than that, this came out wonderfully! Read More

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William E. Kusnerik

01/22/2013

It was pretty good as written, but why in the world would you get rid of all that yummy bacon grease and replace it with olive oil??? I know it's supposed to be healthier, but my grandparents both lived into their 90's eating bacon fat and/or lard nearly every day! Read More

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HARMONYRN

12/09/2002

This was very tasty! I used regular chicken broth not low salt. I pureed half of the soup mixture in the blender then added it to the remaining soup with the bacon. That made for a nice texture. I added some corn and chopped ham to the leftovers the next day for a hearty lunch. This is a keeper thanks! Read More

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Rachelle Vernon Jones

06/11/2006

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DREGINEK

01/11/2004

Great soup and my daughter shouted "mom-give this five stars!" My boyfriend ate 3 bowls (and didn't touch the sandwiches I made to go with the soup!). I cooked the veggies in a TBLS of the leftover bacon grease and added 1/2c milk just to ensure it was creamy. Very good soup Kwollak! Read More

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Bacon and Potato Soup

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 324.2

% Daily Value *

protein: 22 %

carbohydrates: 7 %

dietary fiber: 14 %

sugars:

fat: 33 %

saturated fat: 40 %

cholesterol: 12 %

vitamin a iu: 39 %

niacin equivalents: 40 %

vitamin b6: 27 %

vitamin c: 56 %

folate: 7 %

calcium: 10 %

iron: 8 %

magnesium: 13 %

potassium: 20 %

sodium: 33 %

thiamin: 25 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.