Ingredients
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6 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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5 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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3 tablespoons butter
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2 stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch slices
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½ large onion, diced small
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20 baby carrots, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
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2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
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1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups half-and-half
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1 ½ cups chicken broth
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¼ teaspoon dried thyme
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⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 dash ground nutmeg
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4 green onions, finely sliced
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1 dash paprika, or to taste
Directions
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Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
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Place bacon in a large saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Pour out bacon grease.
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Melt butter in the saucepan over medium heat, scraping the bottom of the pan with a flat-edged wooden spoon. Add celery, onion, carrots, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir until tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle in flour; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
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Pour half-and-half and chicken broth into the saucepan. Add potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, thyme, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Stir in bacon pieces. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.
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Ladle into serving bowls. Garnish with 1/2 teaspoon pepper, green onions, and paprika.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
392 | Calories |
19g | Fat |
47g | Carbs |
11g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 392 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 19g | 24% |
Saturated Fat 11g | 53% |
Cholesterol 55mg | 18% |
Sodium 1157mg | 50% |
Total Carbohydrate 47g | 17% |
Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 11g | 21% |
Vitamin C 46mg | 51% |
Calcium 133mg | 10% |
Iron 2mg | 13% |
Potassium 1140mg | 24% |
* 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.