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Ingredients
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¼ pound bacon
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1 ½ pounds red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 quart half-and-half
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1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
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½ teaspoon ground white pepper
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
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½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
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¼ cup chopped fresh chives, divided
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¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
Directions
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Place bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cool.
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Cover potatoes with water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat until tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes; drain.
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Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat and stir in flour; mix until smooth. Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly whisk in half-and-half until smooth. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, and cook until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Stir in processed cheese cubes until melted and smooth.
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Season with white pepper, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce.
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Mix in cooked potatoes, cover, and simmer until potatoes are very tender and soup is thickened, about 30 minutes; stir occasionally.
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Ladle soup into bowls and top each bowl with equal amounts shredded Cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chives, and parsley.
Cook's Note:
I have made this using processed cheese loaf and using the processed cheese in the jar. I like the jar better. I have used all shredded cheese. This takes 1 cup plus the extra for topping. I like using real cheese versus the box or jar, but it does not taste the same.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
397 | Calories |
28g | Fat |
23g | Carbs |
14g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 397 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 28g | 36% |
Saturated Fat 17g | 84% |
Cholesterol 87mg | 29% |
Sodium 589mg | 26% |
Total Carbohydrate 23g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 14g | 28% |
Vitamin C 12mg | 13% |
Calcium 351mg | 27% |
Iron 1mg | 7% |
Potassium 678mg | 14% |
* 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.